This compact and tidy variety of blackcurrant delivers impressive harvests of glossy, flavourful berries. The fruits of Blackcurrant ‘Ben Sarek’ ripen by mid-July and are perfect for making jams, jellies, crumbles, sauces, or enjoying fresh as a delicious dessert. The berries grow in short clusters, making them easy to pick without damaging the fruit. Known for its vigorous growth and heavy yield, this variety also boasts excellent resistance to frost and mildew. Grows to a height and spread of 120cm (47″). Blackcurrants prefer a position in full sun but will tolerate semi shade. Shelter from cold winds and late spring frosts as these conditions may damage the flowers, and reduce the yield of fruit later in the year. Grow blackcurrants in rich, moist, well drained soil. Incorporate plenty of well rotted manure into the ground prior to planting. Plant blackcurrant bushes between late autumn and spring, at a distance of 1.5m (5′) apart and a depth of 5cm (2″) lower than the soil mark on the stem. Planting blackcurrants slightly deep will encourage the production of extra stems from below ground level.
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