Red currant variety Rondom — a late-ripening Dutch selection variety considered one of the best in Europe and the standard for red currant. Plants of this variety reach a height of up to 1.5 meters, have strong growth and robust, upright branches with sparse branching. Leaves are dark green, five-lobed, densely hairy underneath, leathery, and dense. Flowers are medium-sized, light green with pink streaks, clustered in inflorescences, blooming in late April to mid-May.
Rondom berries are large, uniform, dark red in color with a bright gloss, arranged in long clusters up to 14 centimeters long, each berry weighing 0.7 to 1 gram. The flesh is juicy, tender, with a pleasant sour-sweet taste, providing high sensory evaluation for the variety. Fruits remain on the bush for a long time after ripening and have good transportability. Fresh berries can be stored at +1...+2 °C for 2–3 weeks.
The Rondom variety is characterized by high yield — up to 7 to 10 kilograms of berries can be harvested from one bush. It is resistant to diseases such as American powdery mildew and anthracnose, and relatively resistant to septoria. Rondom is sun-loving, winter-hardy, and relatively drought-tolerant due to its strong root system. For optimal growth and fruiting, planting should be avoided on elevated and poorly watered sites, as this may reduce winter hardiness and yield. The variety is versatile in use and suitable for cultivation on trellises.
