The best varieties of red currants with photos - the most delicious, productive, frost-resistant

Updated: 04/22/2021 16:43:01

Expert: Nikolay Alexandrovich

*Review of the best according to the editors of expertology.ru. About the selection criteria. This material is subjective in nature, does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before purchasing, consultation with a specialist is required.

Any fruits and vegetables differ in taste, seasonality of ripening, and often adaptation to certain types of soil and specific weather conditions in the region. The same applies to red currants, a healthy and tasty berry found in almost all gardens in Russia. EXPERTOLOGY experts found out which varieties are most often purchased by summer residents and professional agronomists. We present a rating of red currant varieties by fruiting season, as well as those suitable for the Moscow region.

Red currant varieties for the Moscow region

In the central zone of the country and, in particular, in the Moscow region, red currants bloom in May, so the harvest can be harvested as early as June (when planting early varieties). In August, the harvest of late-ripening berries is ready.

How to choose a red currant variety for growing it in the country - video

Red currant "Jonker van Tets"

One of the very first early varieties comes from Holland. It was obtained in the mid-50s of the last century. It is still very popular among gardeners. A tall shrub with a large number of branching branches. The weight of one berry is 0.7 g. The fruits have a delicate sweet-sour taste. Good and constant yield. Jonker van Tets currants are not afraid of frost. Resistant to anthracnose and powdery mildew.

Dutch pink

Do you want to have scatterings of pink pearls on your property? Then this variety will definitely suit you. The bushes are vigorous, with weak branching. Although this currant is a red variety, its berries are pale pink in color with seeds that are visible in the light. Their unique dessert taste is appreciated by many gardeners who always enjoy snacking on fresh berries. Over many years of cultivation, the variety's average resistance to anthracnose and other fungal diseases, as well as good winter hardiness, has been confirmed.

Red currant - varieties for the Urals

There are separate varieties of red currants for growing in the Urals. Based on climatic conditions, it is worth choosing varieties that are resistant to sudden temperature changes, winds with fruits hanging tightly on the trees, and frost-resistant.

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Red currant "Delight"

Currant Delight ripens at the earliest possible date. An adult plant is a tall and spreading shrub. Its shoots are numerous and very strong and flexible. They have a medium size. The weight of one berry is 2 grams. The skin is red with a glossy finish. The pulp is sweet, there is no even slight sourness. Currant "Vostorg" tolerates frost well and has excellent immunity.

Red currant “Pomegranate bracelet”

The shrub reaches a height of 2 m. The color is rich crimson. The fruits are very large - 4 g. They have a slightly elongated, oval shape. The shoots are long, with up to 10 berries on each cluster. The skin is medium thick. The pulp is juicy, tender with the presence of sourness. The yield of the “Pomegranate Bracelet” currant is high – up to 12 kg. The fruits are suitable for both fresh consumption and canning.

Currant variety “Dream”

A mature shrub grows tall with many branches. The leaves are large with a matte surface. Berry weight - 1 g. Inside is sweet and sour pulp. Red currant “Dream” is an ideal variety for the Urals, as it has excellent frost resistance.

The yield is 7 kg per bush. The only “disadvantage” is the susceptibility to powdery mildew.

Red currant “Lights of the Urals”

The currant of this variety is represented by a huge leafy shrub. It has many branches and they are all very thin and curved. Small berries: up to 1 g. The thin, delicate skin has a scarlet color. Taste: sweet and sour. The currant variety “Ural Lights” is well adapted to the Ural winter. Productivity - 7 kg per bush. The variety is resistant to diseases and pests.

How to choose a variety depending on the region

When choosing a suitable variety of red currant for your site, be sure to take into account the climatic characteristics of your region.

For the Moscow region

Difficult weather conditions in the Moscow region force gardeners to carefully select red currant varieties for planting on their plots. The ones that have proven themselves best in this region are:

• Rondome;
• Natalie;
• Rosetta;
• Roland;
• Night;
• Generous.

Rondom
Rondom is of Dutch origin. The shrub is powerful, producing abundant harvests of tasty large fruits. Suitable for growing in open ground and in greenhouses.

The Rosetta currant bush is tall. It is an early ripening species and produces harvests as early as July. Among the disadvantages, gardeners note low yields and poor resistance to dampness.

The new Dutch variety Roland is characterized by high frost resistance and abundant yields. Up to 10 kg of large, tasty berries are harvested from each bush per season.

The advantages of Nochka currants include the fact that it easily tolerates severe frosts in winter and is not exposed to the negative effects of insects in summer. The bush is medium-sized. The fruits are of medium size and ripen in early August.

Shchedraya currant bushes reach a height of 2 m. Due to their high taste characteristics, the crop is used mainly for fresh consumption.

For the Middle Band

In these climatic conditions, it is recommended to give preference to cold-resistant varieties with powerful branches. These include:

• Viksne;
• Vika;
• Versailles red;
• Jonke rvan Tets;
• Detvan;
• Red Cross;
• Cascade;
• Houghton Castle;
• Ob sunset;
• Radiant;
• Assora.

Viksne
Assora is a late-ripening variety that produces a harvest of vitamin-rich berries in August. It differs from other varieties in its resistance to powdery mildew and high cold resistance.

The Ob sunset produces a harvest of very small fruits that do not have a sour taste. Absolutely everyone likes these berries.

Detvan currants are characterized by increased resistance to common diseases. Each bush produces up to 9 kg of large, tasty fruits per season.

Vetch is a new product introduced by domestic breeders. The plant exhibits high resistance to diseases and pests, and produces high and stable yields of tasty berries. It is undemanding to the composition of the soil and does not require intensive care.

For the Urals and Siberia

In the harsh climate of the Urals and Siberia, some varieties of currants cannot be grown. Experienced gardeners recommend choosing Diamond Red for these regions. The plant is able to withstand any drop in temperature in winter.

Diamond red

In addition to Almaznaya, gardeners in the Urals and Siberia can grow Bayan currants, the roots of which have the ability to develop even in frozen soil. It has increased immunity to powdery mildew, anthracnose and other fungal diseases.

For the Altai Territory

Breeders have not developed many varieties for cultivation in the Altai Territory, but there are some very interesting options among them. These include:

• Fertodi;
• Valencia;
• Jennifer;
• Serpentine.

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Fertodi has become widespread due to its increased resistance to diseases and the negative effects of pests, frost resistance and high yield. One of the disadvantages is that the berries are very sour and are only suitable for processing.

Fertodi

Jennifer and Valencia have high yields and can easily withstand cold winters. The bushes are compact and low. The taste of the harvest is not bad.

Serpentine currant fruits have a pleasant taste and are suitable for fresh consumption. The variety is resistant to diseases and pests, and is characterized by increased drought and frost resistance.

For southern regions

In hot southern climates, it is recommended to grow exclusively drought-resistant currant varieties that can withstand high temperatures. These include:

• Detvan;
• Rosita.

Detvan is a hybrid of Czech selection. Up to 13 kg of small but tasty berries are harvested from each bush.

Detvan

The Rosita variety is tall and grows quickly in the southern climate, but its yield is only 3-3.5 kg of fruit per bush per season.

For northwestern Russia

The climate features of the northwestern regions do not provide gardeners with the opportunity to cultivate many varieties of berries and fruits. Under these conditions, you can get a harvest from the following varieties of red currant:

• Generous;
• Firstborn.

Shchedraya currant is a representative of early ripening varieties and pleases with its harvest in July. Plants withstand winter cold.

Generous

The Pervenets variety is late-ripening and has powerful bushes. It is frost-resistant, high-yielding. The harvest is harvested towards the end of August.

Red currant varieties for Siberia

Siberian red currant varieties are distinguished by a high degree of resistance to frost and temperature changes, have good immunity and constant yield.

Red currant "Asya"

Medium height shrub with erect shoots. The leaves have pointed tips. The brushes are quite large in size, up to 10 cm long. The fruits are medium in size and spherical in shape. The skin is dark red. The taste is sweet and sour. The yield of the Asya currant variety is low, but constant - up to 4 kg per bush. Requires prevention against spotting and powdery mildew.

Vika

This mid-early variety was included in the State Register of Breeding Achievements at the beginning of the 21st century and is recommended for cultivation in most regions of the CIS. The bushes are tall, straight and dense, bear fruit abundantly and create a pleasant shade on the site. The berries are small (for which the variety is sometimes disliked), the same size, and purple-red in color. The taste is slightly sour, but with a pronounced sweet component. The variety is not afraid of frosty winters, anthracnose and powdery mildew. Even under very unfavorable weather and agrotechnical conditions, currant yields remain consistently high.

Red currant varieties for cultivation in the Leningrad region

Red currants have proven themselves well in cultivation in areas with cool climates, since the winter hardiness of this crop is very good. Therefore, it can be grown in the Urals, and in Siberia, and in the Leningrad region, where the climate, in comparison with the first two regions, is milder, but has its own characteristics.

Red currant "Firstborn (Erstling aus Vierlanden)"

A very old variety originally from Germany. It has an average ripening period. Mature shrub with powerful and strong stems. The clusters are long, and the fruits are round and quite large. They have a bright red color. The yield of “Firstborn” currants is 7 kg. Withstands low temperatures perfectly. Resistant to diseases.

Dutch red currants

The variety was bred in Western Europe. The height is average. The crown is dense and spreading. The tassels are of medium length from 7 to 8 cm. Each contains from 6 to 14 large berries measuring 1 cm in diameter. The shape is slightly elongated, similar to a cone. The color of the fruit is rich red. The Dutch Red variety has a sour taste. The yield is constant at 16 kg per bush.

Red currant "Generous"

The variety is of domestic origin, obtained through selection at the Pavlovsk VIR station. Ripens early. Shrubs of medium height. Spreading is moderate. The leaves are dark green, small. There are 5-6 berries on short tassels. The fruit size is average. The taste is moderately sour. The yield of the red currant variety “Schedraya” is from 3 to 4 kg per bush.

Currant variety "Natalie"

A variety of Russian production, obtained at the Moscow Selection Technological Institute of Horticulture and Nursery Growing. The bush is very powerful and strong, tall. Long clusters of Natalie currants are decorated with medium-sized berries of rich red color. The taste is sweet and sour.

Rondome

Champion in terms of vitamin C content in berries. Medium winter-hardy variety of Dutch selection with late ripening period. The bushes are vigorous with powerful replacement shoots. The berries are very large, as they ripen they become dark red, but they do not fall off, stay firmly on the bushes and remain suitable for long-term transportation. They contain almost 2 times more vitamin C than, for example, Dutch red berries. The Rondom variety is suitable for trellis cultivation and cultivation in the temperate zone. The berries are consumed fresh and also used for processing.

Large varieties of red currants

The size of the fruit is one of the most important characteristics for every gardener. Very often gardeners pay attention to it when choosing a particular variety. Next, the largest-fruited varieties of red currant will be presented.

Late red currant "Asora"

A popular variety with late ripening. The bushes reach medium sizes. The shoots are strong and spreading. The Asora variety has high resistance to low temperatures. The color of the berries is dark pink. Fruit weight – 1 g.

Red currant variety "Alpha"

It is rightfully considered one of the most productive and large-fruited varieties. It ripens in average terms. It is resistant to frost, and therefore it does not affect the quantity and quality of the harvest. Alpha currant berries are light red. The weight of one copy is 1.5 g. The taste is excellent, sweet and sour.

Good resistance to powdery mildew.

Large-fruited red currant "Baraba"

The variety has a medium ripening period and is not tall. It survives cold and frost well, as well as periods of drought. The size of the fruit is one of the main advantages of the Baraba currant variety. Weight – 1.5 g. The color of the berries is scarlet. Taste with pleasant sourness. Among the disadvantages is the low degree of resistance to anthracnose.

"Jonker van Tets"

An ancient variety from Holland. Ripens early. It reaches a high height, but fits on the site quite modestly. The foliage is dense. "Jonker van Tets" is a mid-season variety of large red currants. On 10 cm shoots, up to 10 large berries are formed, weighing 1 gram each. The shape is most often round. The skin is dense with a bright red color. Not susceptible to powdery mildew and anthracnose.

Productivity from 6 to 6.5 kg.

Large-fruited currant "Red Cross"

Mid-season variety obtained by American breeders. The height is small. The bush itself has medium spreading. The length of the brush does not exceed 7 cm. The shape of the berries is round. Weight from 0.8 to 1.2 g. The skin has a rich red color and is dense. The “Red Cross” variety perfectly withstands winter frosts and is resistant to pests. The yield is 3 kg.

The best varieties with descriptions

The standard red currant combines all varietal characteristics: durability, productivity, balanced taste. But in order for a variety to fully reveal its potential, suitable conditions must be created for it:

• the planting area is illuminated for at least 8 hours a day and protected from the wind;
• the acidity of the earth is 6-6.5 units;
• there are no buildings or fences within a radius of 1-2 meters;
• groundwater does not approach the soil surface closer than 1 meter.

Reference! Plants need periodic watering, annual pruning and fertilizing. To stimulate growth and development, up to 10 kg of a nutrient mixture is placed under the bush when planting.

For central Russia

The following varieties are intended for cultivation in the Central Economic Region of the Russian Federation:

• Zadanubskaya. Winter-hardy mid-season variety, suitable for industrial cultivation for the purpose of processing. Requires mandatory prevention against powdery mildew and anthracnose. Up to 120 centners of berries are harvested from 1 hectare;
• Niva. Medium ripening currants. Heat-resistant, resistant to specialized diseases. Thanks to its thin skin and high sugar content (8.7%), it is suitable for processing or fresh consumption;

• Osipovskaya. Late-ripening universal currant. It is distinguished by its impressive crown dimensions and five-lobed leaves with small cutouts. The taste is sweet and sour. Productivity – up to 116 c/ha.

For average

In central Russia, the following varieties are popular:

• Viksne. Vigorous shrubs with straight shoots. The fruits weigh 0.6 grams, round, dark cherry. Suitable for fresh consumption and canned food. Productivity – up to 120 c/ha;

• Vika. A universal purpose currant with balanced varietal characteristics: moderate resistance, medium ripening time, classic bush dimensions. Tasters rate the taste 4.3 out of 5;

• Detvan. Czech mid-season berry, not included in the State Register. It differs from other varieties in its early fruiting, which occurs in the second year. The taste is sweet with sourness.

Reference! In regions with cold winters (below –20 °C), currants with average winter hardiness need to be insulated: mulch the ground with straw, wrap the branches in burlap and polyethylene.

For the Moscow region

In the Moscow region, productive varieties with high quality fruits are valued:

• Natalie. A Soviet variety, the main advantage of which is self-fertility, and the disadvantage is poor drought resistance. With intensive agricultural technology, up to 12 kg of crop is harvested from one bush. The berries are tasty and suitable for different types of processing;

• Serpentine. A universal variety with lush flowering. The flowers are large, white with red veins. Not the highest yield (92 c/ha) is compensated by a balanced composition and taste characteristics. Tasting score – 4.4 points;

• Roland. Dutch variety with low shoot-forming ability. Resistant to diseases, does not require sanitary pruning. Berries weighing 0.9 grams contain up to 9% sugar and are suitable for processing into jam and fruit drinks.

Important! Self-fertile crops do not require pollen from other varieties for pollination. Such plants produce multiple ovaries under any growing conditions.

For the Leningrad region

The main priorities for growing currants in the North-Western region of the country are early ripening and frost resistance. Time-tested varieties meet these criteria:

• Generous. This self-fertile shrub has been grown in the Leningrad region since 1965. Small teardrop-shaped berries ripen by the end of July. Productivity reaches 170 c/ha. The harvested crop is suitable for making wine, juice or jelly;
• Dutch red. Another traditional variety that has been cultivated since 1947. The plant is a medium-sized spreading bush with large berries (diameter up to 1 cm). The taste is mediocre, but the yield is up to 16 kg per bush;
• Erstling Aus Vierlanden. German variety included in the register in 1957. It has a full set of characteristics necessary for cultivation in the northern regions: early ripening, winter hardiness, self-fertility. Productivity – 150-200 c/ha. The berries are juicy, sweet and sour.

Early ripening

Among the varieties with a short growing season there are:

• Jonker van Tets. Mid-early Dutch variety. A characteristic feature of “Jonker van Tets” is a long cluster (up to 10 cm), on which up to 10 berries are formed. The fruits are small (0.7 g), pear-shaped, with dense skin. Up to 6 kg are collected from one bush;

• Ilyinka. New variety registered in 2022. Ripens early and is moderately susceptible to pests and diseases. The berries are regular, round in shape, with thin skin. Tasting score – 5 out of 5;

• Lights of the Urals. Not the most productive (up to 34 c/ha), but one of the most resistant varieties. Withstands extreme temperature drops in winter, tolerates spring frosts in the flowering phase, is immune to diseases of gooseberry crops, and is slightly susceptible to pests. Taste characteristics are average.

Late

Many gardeners deliberately choose late currants for cultivation. As a rule, it tastes better, lasts longer and is less hassle when growing.

The most famous late varieties are:

• Tatiana. The variety is zoned in the Northern region, but due to its late ripening period it is more often cultivated in the south. The varietal feature is the increased content of ascorbic acid (66.6 mg). The taste of berries is rated 4.5 points;
• Beloved. Mid-late currant for technical purposes. The crown of the bush is regular in shape, compact, with dark green leaves. During the flowering period, the plant is covered with small yellow-green flowers. The fruits are small, sweet and sour. 105 centners are collected from 1 hectare;

• Marmalade girl. Very late ripening variety with maximum vitamin C content (84 mg). The berries are small, with orange-red skin. Productivity varies from 26 to 101 c/ha depending on growing conditions and soil nutrition.

Large-fruited

For currants intended for consumption freshly picked, the most important qualities are: appetizing appearance, pleasant taste and large size of the berries. Varieties that meet these requirements include:

• Asora. The fruits of this currant ripen for almost 3 months and at the same time cannot please the gardener with the amount of harvest. No more than 30 centners of berries are collected from 1 hectare of garden. But the quality of this harvest exceeds any expectations: round, proportionate berries, with thin skin and a sweet taste (sugar content - 16%);

• Alpha. Dessert currant with increased resistance to powdery mildew. Alpha's calling card is large berries, 1.5-2 grams each. It begins to bear fruit in the 4th year. Grows in any soil, but requires sufficient light;

• Baraba. Low-growing shrub (up to 75 cm) with high yield - up to 90 c/ha. The fruits are formed on long racemes reaching 7 cm. The weight of the berries ranges from 0.7 to 1.5 grams. The taste is rated 4.1 points.

Winter-hardy

Winter-hardy red currants can withstand winter frosts down to – 40 °C without additional protection. However, the resistance of the plant can be influenced by: the depth of soil freezing and the amplitude of return frosts.

The most resistant to freezing are:

• Scarlet dawn. A highly productive self-fertile variety for cultivation in regions of risky farming. Depending on the climate and agricultural technology, the yield varies from 70 to 200 c/ha. The taste is pleasant (4.5 points);
• Lights of the Urals. A proven domestic variety with a 30-year history. The lights of the Urals are distinguished by the tying of tassels in all weather conditions. Blooming flowers successfully withstand spring frosts;

• Ural beauty. A product of Russian selection, intended for cultivation in the West Siberian region. Resistant to heat and frost, not susceptible to disease. Productivity – 73 c/ha.

Seedless

Benefits of seedless currants:

• this berry is in demand among children;
• the jam turns out homogeneous;
• Suitable for people suffering from diverticulitis or stomach ulcers.

There are only two such varieties:

• Rose. Slightly spreading shrub with five-lobed light green leaves. Ripening time is average. The fruits are small - within 0.5-0.8 grams. The skin is thin, pale pink. The taste is dessert;

• Valentinovka. Self-fertile currant for technical purposes (taste 3.5 points). Small berries (0.6 g each) contain a small amount of sugar (6.4%). The bush is medium-sized, compact, ripens late. Productivity – up to 150 c/ha.

The sweetest

Some consumers (especially children) complain about the sour taste of red currants. The problem is solved by planting varieties with an impeccably sweet taste.

Among them are:

• Sugar. The name of this hybrid speaks for itself - Sugar currant berries have an expressive sweet taste, the sourness is almost not felt. This crop has been grown in the Russian Federation since the 70s, despite the fact that it is still not included in the State Register;

• Sarah. Mid-season variety for cultivation in any region of Russia. A characteristic feature of Sarah is long clusters (10-12 cm) with large berries (up to 2 grams). The variety is resistant to diseases and drought. Up to 4 kg of crop is harvested from one bush;

• Early sweet. Soviet currant obtained by crossing the Chulkovskaya and Laturnais varieties. As a result of this selection, it was possible to achieve high resistance to diseases, pests and temperature changes, as well as excellent taste characteristics.

What the Red Cross looks like - photo

The English hybrid Red Cross was obtained by crossing the White grape and Cherry varieties. Features of the appearance of the Red Cross bush:

• spreading crown;
• large dense leaves, slightly curved along the central vein;
• large blunt teeth on the leaves;
• medium size brushes.

The Red Cross is very picky about the soil and cannot boast of frost resistance or strong immunity. However, he compensates for the hassle associated with cultivation with the quality of the harvest. Juicy sweet and sour berries contain up to 40 mg of vitamin C.

The sweetest varieties of red currants

The taste of currants is formed depending on the combination of sugars and acids in the fruit, depending on the % content of both. The amount of fructose in red currants is responsible for the sweet taste. Let's present the sweetest varieties of red currants with a high fructose content in the fruits and excellent taste characteristics.

Early ripening variety of red currant “Early sweet”

Early fruiting variety. The shrub reaches medium size. The foliage is also average. The color is pronounced red. In the taste of “Early Sweet” currants, a slight sourness is discernible. Has excellent immunity. The length of the brush is 7 cm. The mass of currants is 1 g. The yield is 4 kg. Harvesting may not be possible immediately. The berries can hang on the branches until autumn.

Red currant "Sugar"

The variety is represented by a compact bush with strictly straight branches. Fruits in mid-summer until late autumn. On one branch there are up to 18 currants weighing no more than 1 gram. The berries taste sweet. One of the advantages of the “Sugar” currant variety is long-term fruiting. Productivity up to 7 kg. Requires additional prevention to increase protective properties.

Red currant “Pink pearl”

The berries of this variety have a pink tint. You can try delicious currants already in mid-July. Especially those who prefer sour berries will like the “Pink Pearl” currant variety.

The weight of one berry is up to 1 g. Productivity – 6 kg.

Main criteria for selection

When choosing a crop such as red currant for the Moscow region, first of all, attention is paid to the ripening time. If the variety is late-ripening, then in the northern regions you may not get a harvest at all. Therefore, taking into account the climate, choose the type:

1. Early varieties produce harvest from mid-June to mid-July;
2. The berries of mid-season varieties begin to ripen in the 2-3rd decade of July, but currants are larger and sweeter;
3. Late varieties ripen only in August. The berries of these varieties are the sweetest.

Varieties of red currants
When choosing red currants for their farm, most gardeners focus on yield indicators. And this is fair, because everyone wants to get the maximum amount of tasty and healthy berries so that they have enough to eat in the summer and stock up on for the winter.

On a note. The most productive varieties include the Dutch Red, Rondom, Marmaladnitsa, Yuterborgskaya, and Sugar varieties.

Early varieties of red currants

A significant part of all varieties of red currants ripen by mid-summer. Maturation usually occurs collectively. Those gardeners who strive to get the harvest earlier choose these early varieties of red currants for cultivation.

Currant "Early sweet"

The variety is mainly grown in the central zone of the country or in eastern Siberia.

Mature shrubs are of medium height and have a not very dense crown. They can withstand frost perfectly; the “Early Sweet” variety is frost-resistant. Shrubs have good protective properties that provide resistance to diseases and pests. The weight of one fruit is up to 0.9 g. The taste is refreshing and sour.

Early currant "Red Viksne"

Developed in Latvia and grown mainly in the European part of the country. The bush is quite tall and uneven. The early ripening currant variety “Red Viksne” is resistant to low temperatures.

Withstands dry periods well. It is especially appreciated for its exquisite sweet taste. The average size of the berries reaches up to 0.8 grams. Color – cherry red.

Red currant "Chulkovskaya"

A Russian variety grown since the middle of the last century. The bushes are powerful and at the same time neat. The weight of one berry is up to 0.7 g. The color is rich red. The taste is not bad. Still, the berries of the early Chulkovskaya currant are more suitable for processing than for fresh consumption. It tolerates frost and drought very well, which does not in any way affect the taste characteristics.

Early red currant variety “Sugar”

The shrub reaches a height of 2 m. Spreading is weak. The length of the brushes is from 9 to 11 cm. Each ripens up to 15 berries weighing up to 1 g. The shape of the fruit is round, slightly flat. The peel is orange-red, which distinguishes it from other varieties.

The variety of early sweet red currant “Sugar” is winter-hardy. Productivity from 6 to 9 kg per bush.

Table: varieties recommended for cultivation in different regions

Medium ripening varieties of red currants

Mid-early red currants are always sweeter than those that ripen earlier. This is explained by the higher presence of sugars in the fruits of mid-season red currant varieties. Quite large specimens can often be found.

Currant "Red Smolyaninova (Transdanubian)"

Currants bear fruit well in the northwestern and central parts of the country. The shrubs are low and quite spreading. Withstands low temperatures perfectly.

Good protective properties. Productivity is high. The weight of one fruit is 0.9 g. The taste is refreshingly sour. Suitable for both fresh and processed use.

"Baraba"

The mature shrub is very compact with large fruits weighing up to 1.5 grams. The main taste is sweet with the presence of fruity sourness. Ideal for recycling. Productivity is high. Currant "Baraba" tolerates both low and high temperatures. There is susceptibility to anthracnose and powdery mildew.

Redcurrant "Cream"

Belongs to medium-term, high-yielding varieties. “Cream” is the most favorable for cultivation in the central part of the country. Mature shrubs reach medium size. Winters well, without loss of fruit taste characteristics. The color of ripe berries is light red. Weight – 0.9 g. The fruits have a sweet and sour taste and an unobtrusive aroma. It practically does not get sick and steadfastly repels attacks from insect pests.

Late ripening red currant varieties

These varieties are characterized by late flowering. Late varieties of red currants are usually chosen for growing in regions where there may be spring frosts. The harvest is not harvested until July.

Late-ripening red currant "Valentinovka"

The shrubs grow tall with dense foliage. It is preferable to grow in the central zone or in the Black Earth Region. The weight of the berry does not exceed 0.5 g. Despite their small size, the berries contain a significant amount of pectin. This makes them suitable for heat treatment. The “Valentinovka” variety is resistant to powdery mildew and anthracnose.

Red currant "Rosetta"

It is distinguished by its rapid growth among other red currant varieties. The fruits are massive, dense, located on trusses 12 cm long. You can harvest the red currant "Rosetta" in late July - early August. It tolerates hot periods without rain, as well as frosts. The taste of the fruits of late red currant "Rosetta" is recognized as one of the best.

The berries are good fresh and processed.

Red currant "Dana"

Mature shrubs are quite tall with lush, dense foliage. Weight of late currant “Dana” fruits is up to 0.9 g. The color is dark pink. The taste is traditional, characteristic of red currants, with a slight sourness. Unlike other varieties, it requires additional shelter during frosts, as it can freeze slightly.

Red currant "Lapland"

The late-ripening red currant variety “Lapland” is preferable for the northern regions of the country. The bushes are low growing and neat. The berries are light red in color. Average weight – 0.7 g. The taste is excellent. Good yield. Not susceptible to diseases and pests.

How to plant and care

Currant bushes can be planted in regions with a temperate climate in spring or autumn. When carrying out the procedure, you should adhere to the time frame. In spring, plants are planted in mid-April, when the air temperature warms up to +15°C, and in autumn, planting is carried out from mid-September to mid-October .

Video: How to properly care for and plant currants

The soil for currants should be light, loose and have a neutral pH. A site for planting is chosen without drafts and with good lighting. The soil for planting is prepared six months before the planting procedure. To do this, the ground needs to be loosened to a depth of 30 cm and fertilized with 5 kg of manure, 30 g of superphosphate and 300 g of wood ash per 1 m².

Step-by-step instructions for planting a seedling in the ground:

1. Dig a hole that is 50 cm deep and 40 cm wide.
2. For planting, prepare the soil substrate: mix the top layer of soil with 5 kg of peat, 5 kg of humus, 300 g of wood ash.
3. Fill the prepared mixture of soil and fertilizers up to half of the planting hole, and then form it in the shape of a slide.
4. Place the seedling in the hole and carefully spread the rhizome along the earthen hill.
5. Fill it to the top with ordinary soil and compact it tightly.
6. Water the plant with 5 liters of water.
7. Mulch around the trunk with peat.

Taking care of a planted plant is easy. Watering the bush should be done every 2 weeks, pouring 10 liters of water into the circle around the trunk.

Important! After each irrigation or rain, you need to loosen the soil near the trunk so that it does not become covered with a dense crust and does not provoke the formation of mold on the rhizome.

In addition, once a month the tree trunk circle can be mulched with sawdust or peat to maintain the necessary moisture and also to get rid of weeds for a long time.

In the first 3 years, the plant does not need feeding, because enough nutrients were placed in the planting hole. Then you need to fertilize the red currant bushes 2 times a year:

1. At the end of spring, apply nitrogen-containing fertilizing, which is applied in liquid form. You need to dissolve 2 kg of chicken manure in 10 liters of water. This amount of solution is enough for 1 adult bush.
2. In the middle of the autumn period, apply fertilizing consisting of 5 kg of manure and 30 g of superphosphate, which is applied during digging. This amount of fertilizer is enough for 1 m².

The best varieties of red currants for the middle zone

To grow red currants in the middle part of the country, it is worth choosing large-fruited varieties that are resistant to both dry periods and frost.

"Early Sweet"

Early ripening variety. Most often reaches medium height. The fruits are quite large, weighing up to 0.9 g. The inside is juicy and sweet, very tasty. The skin is dark red in color. The berries are good for fresh use.

Red currant "Roland"

The variety comes from Holland. The size of the bush is medium, the shoots are thick and strong. Gardeners are especially attracted by Rolan's productivity. From one plant you can get a harvest of 7 or even more kg. Tolerates temperature changes well. The fruits have a sour taste. The color of the berries is scarlet. The weight of the Rolan currant fruits can vary significantly:
from 0.7 to 1.5 g.

Red currant "Detvan"

The red currant variety “Detvan” ripens early and is a tall shrub.

The crown is medium dense, compact. Tasty and juicy, sweet and sour fruits are obtained already in early July. Berry weight – 0.8 g. High yields, which with proper care reach 10 kg per bush.

Redcurrant variety "Houghton Castle"

A medium-sized shrub with a regular, even, round shape with small berries, up to 0.5 grams in total. The fruits themselves are painted a bright, rich red color. The yield of Houghton Castle currants is average. The variety has shown excellent resistance to common diseases among currant crops, and is also not susceptible to pest damage. Prevention alone is enough.

Early sweet

A variety that is recommended for cultivation in many regions due to its increased resistance to cold, pests and diseases. The bushes are of medium height, spreading and not too dense. The berries are red in color, spherical in shape, running in a cluster (that is, their size ranges from small to large). Their taste is sweet and sour, tart and refreshing. Early sweet currants are great for making all kinds of jams, preserves and jellies.

The most productive varieties of red currants

The first indicator by which gardeners most often choose one or another variety of any crop is productivity. Below are the varieties of red currant with the highest yield.

Red currant “Diamond (Fairy)”

The mid-early variety “Almaznaya” is represented by a low-growing shrub with slight spreading. The length of one brush is no more than 10 cm. All berries are of the same round shape. The mass is not the same: from 0.5 to 0.9 g. Diamond has a delicate, sweet and sour taste. It winters very well and has excellent protective properties. Productivity is from 5 to 7 kg per year.

Currant "Alpha"

The shrub is low, medium in size. The berries are covered with thin light red skin, round in shape. The weight of the berry can vary significantly from 0.9 to 1.5 grams. "Alpha" belongs to the dessert varieties and has a sweet and sour taste. Winters well. Resistant to all diseases typical of berry crops. Productivity – 4.5 kg.

Harvest variety of currant "Dutch red"

Medium height spreading shrub. It has an abundantly leafy crown. The length of the brushes is on average 8 cm. On each of the brushes, from 10 to 15 large berries are formed. The diameter of the fruit reaches up to 1 cm. The shape of the fruit is slightly elongated, similar to a cone. The Dutch Red currant variety has a very high yield - up to 16 kg.

"Firstborn"

Created by breeders from Germany. The height of an adult shrub is 1.4 m. Spreading is weak, and there is quite a lot of foliage. The brush reaches a length of up to 12 cm. Each brush contains from 12 to 16 berries weighing up to 1.1 g each. The fruits have thin bright red skin. The “Pervenets” variety has strong immunity to powdery mildew and anthracnose. Not susceptible to pests.

The weight of one fruit is up to 1.1 g. Productivity is at an average level and above - from 4 to 7 kg. The maximum weight of the harvested crop reaches 12 kg.

Winter-hardy varieties

Gardeners living in areas with harsh climates also grow red currants on their plots. And in order to get a good harvest and maintain the viability of the shrub, you need to choose the right variety , which will be characterized by high winter hardiness:

Ural beauty

Red currant variety Ural Beauty
One of the most frost-resistant varieties, a low shrub with a powerful, branched crown produces annual and abundant harvests. The berries are large in size (1.7 grams) and have a pleasant sweet taste and aroma . The Ural beauty does not need additional pollination and is not susceptible to diseases and pests.

Lights of the Urals

Red currant variety Ogni Ural
This variety was bred relatively recently, in 2000. A tall shrub with powerful, dense branches tolerates frost well and is partially self-fertile. The berries are medium in size (0.5 - 0.7 grams), the skin is bright red, the flesh is sweet, with a slight sourness . In addition to all other advantages, this shrub is immune to many fungal diseases.

Scarlet Dawn

Red currant variety Scarlet Dawn.
A medium-sized shrub with a rectangular, even crown. The fruits ripen in medium terms and are red berries weighing up to 1 gram . The taste of the pulp is sweet and sour; such currants are well suited for both processing and fresh consumption. The variety is productive, self-fertile, not affected by many diseases and is characterized by high winter hardiness.