The golden currant variety Barnaulskaya is a high winter-hardy and drought- and heat-resistant variety, also distinguished by good resistance to pests and diseases. Bushes of this variety are vigorous, of medium density, with straight light-brown, non-hairy and matte canes. Leaves are three-lobed, medium in size, with deep notches and a smooth leathery surface. The leaf base is straight, without a notch, and the leaf teeth are blunt and short. The fruits of the Barnaulskaya variety have an oval shape, black color, and medium weight of about 1 gram. They are juicy and dense, with skin of medium thickness. The composition of the berries contains 11.9% sugars, 1.0% acids, 29.1 mg% vitamin C and 11.1 mg% carotene. The taste of the berries is sour-sweet, tender and refreshing with a pleasant aroma, confirmed by a tasting score of 4.4 points. For successful fruiting, the variety requires pollination by other golden currant varieties. The Barnaulskaya variety ripens at medium terms and has a universal purpose. The berries are suitable for both fresh consumption and making jam, compotes, jellies and other preserves. The plant prefers sunny places or light partial shade and can be grown on various soil types under the condition of regular watering. The winter hardiness of the variety reaches temperatures up to -30°C, which makes it a reliable choice for growing in various climatic conditions.
