Currant Raisin

Currants are a real storehouse of useful vitamins and minerals. It's no secret that currants contain a lot of vitamin C, which the human body needs so much. In addition, currant berries are also delicious. They are eaten with pleasure by both adults and children. And the raisin currant has an excellent taste.

Many gardeners are unanimous in their opinion: the Raisin black currant is an impeccable variety. And these are not idle statements at all, because these plants are distinguished by their unpretentiousness and high productivity, so be sure to read this article.

We will tell you about the history of the creation of the Raisin currant variety, its signs, appearance, rules of care, and you will understand that this is a really worthwhile culture.

About the history of the creation of the Izyumnaya variety

Black currant Raisin: photo

The black currant variety Izyumnaya was bred by the Russian research institute, which was headed by Alexander Astakhov. He and his team crossed currant varieties to create a wonderful hybrid. It has been listed in the state register since 2007.

The currant variety Raisin is recommended to be grown in the central regions of our country. However, it grows well in completely different climatic conditions. That is why gardeners love her so much. This variety has its own characteristic features, its own uniqueness, so be sure to study the next paragraph of the article.

Black currant Raisin: variety description and characteristics

As we have already noted, the black currant variety Izyumnaya is very unpretentious and easily adapts to different natural conditions. He can calmly tolerate a lack of moisture, as well as spring frosts.

In appearance, it should be noted: the currant bush of the Izyumnaya variety is quite compact, low. You do not need to tie it up, since black currant shoots usually do not spread out. In addition, it will be very convenient for you to harvest, since this bush does not grow higher than one and a half meters.

The leaves of the Raisin currant are three-lobed, rather large. If we talk about leaf blades, then it should be noted their wrinkling, convex shape. They are dark green in color, slightly rough to the touch. The edges of the leaflets are serrated.

Currant Raisin is an early ripe variety, so you can harvest the first fruits at the end of spring. However, this will only be possible with proper care.

Usually the tassels of this variety are long. Each of them grows up to 11-12 yellow flowers. The berries are round, black, matte. But the taste will really amaze you. Currant Raisin is very pleasant, dessert, that is why gardeners love this variety so much. Remember its name, it was not for nothing that they called it such a sweet name.

If we talk about the sugar content, then it should be noted that it is almost one tenth of the mass of other substances. But there is not so much acid in berries. The berries of this black currant contain ascorbic acid, vitamin C.

Ripe black currant berries Raisin practically do not crumble, so you can take your time to harvest. Wait until all the fruits are ripe. The yield is very high, up to 2 kg of ripe and aromatic berries are harvested from one bush. But you can collect more with proper care.

Black currant Raisin: planting varieties

Black currant Raisin: photo of the variety

As we have already noted, this black currant of the Raisin variety is very unpretentious.However, you still have to provide a certain minimum of favorable climatic conditions.

It is best to plant Izyumnaya currants in a well-lit place, protected from the wind. This should be done so that the sun gets on all the berries, which means that the harvest will ripen together. The place where the currants grow should also be well ventilated so that dampness does not accumulate. However, currants do not like drafts.

Currant variety Izyumnaya prefers fertile soil, with a good structure, loose. It is best to plant the bushes in black soil, on loam. Organic fertilizers should be applied before planting. But remember, this must be done in the fall, so that during the winter the soil is evenly enriched with useful substances.

Mineral fertilizers are recommended to be applied in summer. Currant Raisin does not like high acidity of the soil. Therefore, if necessary, the soil will need to be calcareous. For this, wood ash or chalk is suitable. In addition, these substances also structure the soil, making it loose and breathable.

It should be noted that the Raisin currant variety does not like excessive moisture. On wetlands, it is not recommended to grow Raisin. Groundwater should also not be close to the surface of the earth. Since in this case, the root system can rot.

How to grow and care for a currant variety

Black currant Raisin: photo of the variety

Raisin black currants are usually planted either in autumn or spring.

But many gardeners notice in the fall planting is preferable. This is necessary so that the Raisin black currant bushes have time to take root. And in the spring, after the snow melts, the plant will begin to grow more intensively. The root system will have time to strengthen well over the winter. Thus, there will be no delay in growth.

But if you plant Raisin currants in the spring, first she will need to gain a foothold in a new habitat. And only then dissolve the buds and develop. Because of this, time will be lost. After all, it will take weeks to take root by the bush.

As we noted earlier, the bushes of the Raisin currant variety are quite compact, so the seedlings can be planted quite tightly to each other, and the distance between the plants can be slightly more than 1 meter.

But remember, should not be planted too thickly. Since in this case there will be low ventilation on the site. Moisture will stagnate, fungal diseases will spread.

Before planting raisin currants, it is recommended to apply organic fertilizers to the soil. For this, rotted compost, humus, wood ash, potassium salt and superphosphate are suitable. If the soil is not very fertile, then fertilizer should be applied immediately to the planting pits. However, it is better to do this in advance.

So, if you plant raisin currants in the spring, then it is better to apply fertilizer in the fall. And if planting work is planned for the fall, then in the spring you need to feed the land.

Usually, for planting currants Raisin, they dig a rectangular hole. The size should be about 40 by 40 cm. If the soil is acidic, then chalk or wood ash is added to the soil. The topsoil is mixed with organic fertilizer. If the soil is heavy, then a very deep hole should not be dug.

Seedlings of the black currant variety Raisin are placed in a planting hole, after having moistened the soil abundantly. Then the roots are straightened and covered with earth or prepared soil mixture. After that, the soil is tamped and the ground is watered again.

It is advisable to mulch the topsoil after all measures. This is necessary so that moisture does not evaporate, and an earthen crust does not form. Sawdust, straw, compost are used as mulching material.

After the raisin blackcurrant seedlings are in the ground, you should cut the twigs. In this case, on each shoot, you need to put three or four active buds.This is done so that new branches grow more intensively from the root collar. If you plan to plant currants in the fall, then it is best to prune the plants in early spring.

Before winter, the seedlings need to be insulated and spud so that the plants do not freeze. It is best to clean the soil in the spring. The black currant variety Raisin is quite resistant to drought, but it is still necessary to moisten the earth. The fact is that the root system absorbs nutrients better only from moist soil. Therefore, irrigation should be treated especially.

It is recommended to water the bushes either early in the morning or late in the evening. If you water the currants during the day, the droplets of moisture remaining on the leaves will turn into lenses and burn the plants, and the moisture from the soil will evaporate very quickly. Some gardeners recommend using sprayers.

Usually currants of the Raisin variety are watered once or twice a week. However, you need to monitor soil moisture regularly and, if necessary, water the plants more often. It is to retain moisture that gardeners use mulching. The creation of such a protective barrier allows moisture to remain in the soil longer.

At the same time, weeds also do not grow so actively, so be sure to use this agrotechnical technique for growing currants. Plants are quite resistant to powdery mildew, so many gardeners water currants using irrigation. This method allows moisture to penetrate evenly into the soil without clogging the soil.

Black currant Raisin: photo of the variety

Special mention should be made of dressing black currant Raisin. It is no secret that for the normal development of plants, they need a lot of nutrients, which are rarely found in excess in the soil. Every year we plant something, taking all the nutrients from the ground, but we rarely feed.

It is believed that in the first two years the black currant of the Raisin variety is not needed. However, you need to feed the bushes on a regular basis.

In early spring, in the initial growing season, it is recommended to add nitrogen to the soil. Plants need it to build up green mass, which contributes to the intensive development of plants. For this, up to 50 grams of urea is often added to the soil. Over time, this amount is reduced, since adult plants need less nitrogen.

When the raisin currant blooms, experienced gardeners recommend applying complex mineral fertilizers to the soil. Usually they are diluted in water and the bushes are watered with the resulting solution. The next time it is necessary to feed the plants during the period of ovary formation.

During the harvesting period, you should not feed the plants; abundant watering will be enough. But when all the berries are collected, the plants will need to be fed again. For this, superphosphate, potassium sulfate, wood ash are used.

You do not need to apply nitrogenous fertilizers. This will only harm the currants. In the autumn period, the intensive growth of shoots only negatively affects the development of plants. Fruits on such shoots do not ripen.

In the autumn, it is recommended to cover currant bushes with compost or manure, adding up to 6 kilograms under each bush. Many gardeners fertilize the land using herbal infusions and other folk methods. However, regular application of mineral, organic and complex fertilizers contributes to more active growth of currants.

Many people recommend using foliar feeding as well. For this, currant bushes are sprayed with various solutions. This is best done during the formation and ripening of the berries.

Some say that currants of the Raisin variety like starch. Therefore, you can bury under the bushes potato peelings... Decomposing, they will deliver the necessary trace elements to the roots.

We have already mentioned that Raisin currants love pruning. Therefore, on each plant, you need to remove old branches in time. Each year, leave a few strong zero shoots on the bush, and cut out the old ones.

In July, it is also recommended to prune new branches in order to stimulate the growth of new shoots. Usually they are shortened by no more than 10 centimeters. Sick branches should also be removed in time.

Currant Raisin: reviews of gardeners about the variety

• Svetlana Nikolaevna, Chelyabinsk region: “The variety of black currant Izyumnaya is already far away for the first year, actively growing and bearing fruit on my site. I'm not a very keen gardener, so the unpretentiousness of this variety in growing is a huge plus for me. For myself, I noted that the Raisin currant is resistant to many diseases and pests. Usually it is not affected by powdery mildew and kidney mites. If we talk about the shortcomings of the variety, it should be noted: it seemed to me quite difficult to propagate the black currant of the Izyumnaya variety, it practically does not lend itself to grafting. "
• Maria Stanislavovna, Sverdlovsk region: “The first thing for which I adore this variety is the raisin black currant is extremely sweet. Such berries are eaten directly from the bush, the variety is very unpretentious, the plants do not need to be watered often, the bush can also withstand small overseas ones. At the same time, the yield remains high. I cook many different dishes from the fruits of black currant Raisin, and I just eat it fresh, they are very tasty without processing. Due to the fact that the crown of the shrub is compact, not spreading, many of them can be planted on the site. I advise you to try to grow it, black currant Raisin is an excellent option for growing. "