Black Down
ActiveRibes nigrum L. · Blackcurrant
University of Bristol L Asthom (GB)
10 August 2026
The variety belongs to the late maturity group, with fruit ripening at the end of July or in August. The bush is characterized by slow growth and can reach a height of up to 2 meters.
The berries have a diameter of about 12 mm and possess a sour taste, astringency, and a characteristic aroma. The variety's production is recommended primarily for culinary processing in the form of jams, jellies, compotes, juices, and wines.
The variety possesses winter hardiness. Scientific observations note the susceptibility of the plants to certain pests, such as gall midges, as well as the presence of viral infections in old collection samples.
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