Black Currant (Ribes nigrum) SELECHANSKAYA 2

Early large-fruited black currant with complete resistance, ecologically plastic, adapted to different growing conditions, intended for universal use.

Crossing: line 42-7 x line 4-1-116. Breeder A.I. Astakhov and L.I. Zueva. Released in 2004.
Vigour: moderate, upright, dense
Site requirements: full sun location
Blossom: self-fertile, does not require a pollinator
Fruits: very large, 3 to 5.5 grams, round, black, shiny, moderately thick skin
Taste: excellent, sweet. Chemical composition: sugar content 7.8%, acidity 2.2%, ascorbic acid 180 mg / 100 g.
Harvest season: mid-June
Yield: an average of 1.7 kg per shrub and 11.5 t / ha. Currant for intensive cultivation, requires more care and fertile soil.
Disease resistance: complete resistance to fungal diseases, pests, drought and late spring frosts
Frost resistance: fully hardy