Blackcurrant Ben Tirran

One of the late-flowering, cold-resistant Ben series developed in Scotland, Blackcurrant Ben Tirran is a very late cropping variety, extending the blackcurrant season. It also flowers late, making it a good choice for colder areas. The berries are small to medium sized with a rich, full flavour, and cook down well; berries ripen simultaneously. The bush is vigorous, yet compact, upright in habit. High-yielding, reliable cropper. Good disease resistance, especially to mildew. Plant lower than the nursery soil-mark to encourage new growth from below soil level.

Site: Sheltered
Soil: Well drained, very fertile soil of any type
Position: Full sun, partial shade
Pick: Late August
Keep: Does not keep; freezes well
Hardiness: Hardy
Pollination: Self-fertile
Uses: Cooking, preserving, juicing