Currant DAR ALTAI

A Reliable Classic for Northern Gardening

The 'DAR Altaya' blackcurrant, developed by FANTZA, is a prime example of an adaptive variety focused on stable yields in harsh winter conditions. The main advantage of this variety is the combination of high productivity with pronounced resistance to key pathogens that often devastate harvests in home gardens.

Key Benefits

• Comprehensive Immunity: The variety demonstrates remarkable resistance to powdery mildew, anthracnose, and the blackcurrant gall mite. For a grower, this means significantly reduced chemical treatment costs and predictable results by autumn.
• Late Ripening: The berries mature in late stages (55–65 days from the start of the growing season), which allows you to spread out the harvest period and enjoy vitamins late into the season.
• Winter Hardiness: Withstanding temperatures down to -30°C, the variety is ideal for regions with continental climates where other varieties would require winter protection.

Fruiting Characteristics

The bush has a semi-spreading shape and reaches a height of up to 2 meters. A single mature plant can yield between 4 and 5 kg of choice black berries, ranging from 0.8 to 1.2 cm in size. Thanks to the dense skin structure, the harvest handles transportation well, which is important for selling surplus produce. However, it is important to consider the late ripening period: in regions with short summers, the berries may not reach their maximum sweetness, so the variety performs best in temperate zones and northern regions.

Who is this variety for?

'DAR Altaya' is the optimal choice for gardeners who prioritize reliability. It is forgiving of minor agricultural mistakes and does not require daily monitoring of the bush's health. If you are looking for a variety that will consistently perform without unnecessary hassle, this blackcurrant will become the cornerstone of your berry patch.