Rovada currant - the best variety for a berry grower

Currant fruits have very useful properties and are quite tasty at the same time. In almost every garden you can find at least a couple of pieces of this fruit plant. In this article, we will consider the Rovada currant variety.

Characteristics of the variety

The Rovada red currant originated in the Netherlands. Outwardly, it looks like a strong or medium-sized bush, which is characterized by powerful replacement shoots.

The berries are collected in elongated and compact clusters. On average, one brush contains about 16 berries. The length of the brush can reach 20 cm. The weight of one Rovada red currant berry is about 1 g. The fruits are very beautiful, have a uniform saturated color and shine in the sun. They have a characteristic taste and smell. High productivity is characteristic. It is thanks to its fruits that this species, according to many gardeners, deserves extremely positive reviews.

The leaves are dark green in color. The leaf blade is sublobate. Its lower surface is densely pubescent. The leaves are dense and leathery to the touch, as well as wrinkled.

The characteristic feature is an elongated median lobe, the lateral lobes are sharp and short, and the base itself is straight.

Flowering is late, which makes it possible to classify the species as late-ripening. Berries can be stored on the shoots for a long time. They tolerate transportation very well.

Features of agricultural technology

The plant is not whimsical. Saplings are planted in autumn or early spring. Good survival rates are noted.

Before planting, you need to soak the root system for three to five hours. In the planting pit, the root system must fit completely. The seedling is planted at an angle and to a depth of 8 cm. The distance between the shoots should be at least 2 m. The distance between the rows is 1.5 m. After planting, the seedling should be watered abundantly. You should also periodically mulch the soil with peat or sawdust. This will help reduce moisture loss and increase the growth potential of the planted bush.

Landing should be done in well-lit and humid places that are well protected from the wind.

The plant has sufficient resistance to both frost and various diseases (especially mildew). Fruit bushes of this species are considered to be among the most profitable commercial varieties.

Video "Planting Rovada currants"

In this video you can see how it is necessary to properly organize and carry out the process of planting seedlings of this plant.