Black currant variety VERA is a compact bush with a moderately spreading and dwarf growth habit, making it convenient for growing and care. This variety features medium-early berry ripening, with round berries of an almost black color. The berries are record-large in size, reaching an average weight of about 3.0 g and up to 4.2 g, with medium-thickness skin. The fruit flavor is sweet-sour, rated at 4.5 points, making them attractive for universal use.
Variety VERA boasts high winter hardiness and drought resistance, ensuring reliable fruiting in the central region. Disease and pest resistance is at the level of standard varieties, which eases care and reduces the need for intensive plant protection. Yields are about 4.4 kg of berries per bush, which is a good indicator for this species.
Variety VERA berries contain an average of 4.70% sugars and 2.60% acids, with a sugar-to-acid ratio (S/A) of 1.8, providing a harmonious berry flavor. Due to its characteristics, this variety is suitable for various purposes: fresh consumption, processing, and freezing. The variety was bred at the Federal State Budgetary Scientific Institution All-Russian Selection and Technology Institute of Horticulture and Nursery Growing and is recommended for growing in the central region.
