Ural Beauty currant is a tasty and aromatic berry

Description and characteristics of the variety

This mid-season variety was bred in the West Siberian region of Russia relatively recently. However, it has already become quite popular among Russian gardeners due to its many advantages and low maintenance requirements. This currant grows as a low, gently spreading bush. The shoots are somewhat pubescent and have a green tint. The buds on the bush are also small. The leaves are five-lobed and green and slightly glossy.

Why is this variety worth considering? This currant variety exhibits good resistance to low temperatures and produces a bountiful harvest. Seedlings of this variety can significantly diversify your garden collection. But before purchasing, be sure to check whether the plant is suitable for your climate zone.

Ural Beauty is typically grown in central Russia. The shrub doesn't require excessively high temperatures and can grow and thrive even in cool summers.

It is noteworthy that this currant can survive the winter even if temperatures drop significantly below -25 degrees.

However, if your region experiences regular winter thaws, this factor may not be as beneficial for the integrity of the berry bushes. Therefore, if you live in an area with such weather conditions, you should choose the currant variety called Ural Beauty.

Fundamentals of agricultural technology

Growing Ural Beauty red currants in your garden isn't particularly difficult. However, you can't simply plant the branches and roots in the soil and leave everything as is until the first harvest. Under these conditions, you're unlikely to get one. Once you've decided to embark on this endeavor, you'll need to learn several essential technologies that have been around for many years, but are still used with equal success by Russian farmers.

For example, scalding shrubs with boiling water. This procedure is performed in early spring, before buds begin to grow and bloom. It's crucial to perform this stage of shrub treatment at the very beginning of spring, as once the shrub has fully recovered from its winter slumber and sap flow is active, this approach is no longer the best solution.

Why is pouring boiling water on currant bushes so necessary? It's an excellent way to kill pests that have already penetrated the branches, shoots, or buds of the plant, but haven't yet been noticed. This method of treating currants is an excellent alternative to even professional pesticides, so it's worth considering if you suspect pests on your bush.

Remember that it's recommended to grow this red currant bush in an open area with constant sunlight: the plant will thrive much more quickly. Another important detail that shouldn't be neglected: try to bury the currant bush in the spring.

Secrets of currant care

As for care, the most important thing is to follow the basic rules for growing this plant in your garden. Mulching and loosening the soil should also be kept in mind. These steps in caring for the Ural Beauty are essential for every gardener. Regular and thorough watering is essential, as this red currant variety doesn't like overly dry soil. Experts and experienced farmers recommend adding water to prepared containers in the morning, allowing it to settle thoroughly. However, it's best to water the soil in the evening. Drip irrigation is preferable: the simulated rain will have a beneficial effect on the growth of the bush.

Fertilization and pest control are also important. Don't overdo it with currant fertilization: it's enough to saturate the soil with beneficial mixtures in the spring, when the plant is actively growing and buds are beginning to form on the branches.

It's crucial to ensure timely protection of currants from spider mites, as the plant's immunity to this pest is quite weak. In general, treating currants for diseases and pests is advisable. If this problem occurs later, you'll at least get a limited harvest. However, if left untreated for a long time, you could lose the plants entirely. Furthermore, spraying currant bushes with fungicides in early spring is a much cheaper solution than trying to correct the situation once the disease has progressed.

Advantages and disadvantages

This currant variety, bred by Ural breeders, is a good choice for any farmer. You won't have any particular problems caring for the bushes if you properly manage all the steps, from regular watering to fertilization. Taking a closer look at the advantages of this variety, the most notable are:

• good survival rate in areas with a moderate climate and fairly cold winters;
• ease of care;
• high yield rates;
• excellent taste.

As for disadvantages, one can consider the bush's susceptibility to spider mite infestation. However, if you compare the red currant variety presented here with other varieties, it becomes clear that almost every type of crop is susceptible to certain diseases or pests. Therefore, you're unlikely to be able to completely manage without fungicides.

Red currants, nicknamed "Ural Beauty," will make a wonderful addition to your table. The berries are eaten raw. Culinary uses are quite wide: this variety of red currant can be safely dried and added to tea or desserts in winter. Currant jam is also very popular. Make every effort to grow this bush in your garden, and you're sure to be pleased with the results.

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