Orpheus blackcurrant is a medium-ripening variety with yellow-green berries, distinguished by a dessert-like flavor with a slight acidity. The berries are large, weighing from 5 to 12 grams, have an elongated-drop or pear-shaped form, and can be either hairless or with a weak glandular pubescence. The berries contain approximately 12.3% soluble solids, 9.1% sugars, 1.8% organic acids, and 36.1 mg of ascorbic acid, providing them with high nutritional value and a pleasant taste.
The bushes are medium-sized, with straight, robust stems of medium thickness and weak thorniness. Thorns are single, short, and medium-sized, primarily located on the lower parts of the stems. The plant has a slightly spreading bush form, which facilitates care and harvesting. The variety is characterized by high winter hardiness, drought resistance, and resistance to diseases such as American powdery mildew and leaf spot.
The yield of the Orpheus variety is high — on average 12–14 tons per hectare, which equals approximately 3.6–4.2 kg per bush. The berries are well-suited for transportation and are appropriate for both industrial processing and cultivation in home gardens. Due to its qualities and versatility, Orpheus blackcurrant is an excellent choice for cultivation in various climatic conditions, including Ukraine.
