Red Currant shrub (Ribes rubrum) RONDOM

Red Currant (Ribes rubrum) 'Rondom'

Vigorous Dutch variety with a long harvest period.

'Rondom' is an old, proven Dutch currant variety, whose name ("all around") refers to the dense arrangement of berries around the entire stem. It is known for its exceptionally strong and vigorous growth (up to 2-3 meters), making it suitable as a hedge. The fruits remain on the bush for a long time without dropping, allowing for gradual harvesting until late summer.

Main advantages of the variety:

• Long harvest period (July – August).
• Vigorous growth (suitable for hedges and windbreaks).
• Large berries densely arranged around the stem.
• Fruits do not drop or shrivel.
• Ecological value (shelter for birds).

Origin and Registration

• Country of origin: Netherlands
• Meaning of name: "All around"

Variety Characteristics

Bush

• Growth: Very strong and vigorous, grows to 1.5 – 2 m (up to 3 m on good soil).
• Training: Suitable for growing as a cordon along a fence or as a free-growing hedge.

Fruit

• Appearance: Clusters densely packed with large berries all around the stem.
• Properties: Berries last long on the bush in perfect condition.
• Taste: Tart (sweeter at full maturity).
• Usage: Versatile – processing (juices, jams), fresh consumption.

Resistance and Requirements

• Location: Thrives in sun and partial shade. Suitable as underplanting in high-stem orchards.

Harvest and Storage

• Ripening time: Late. Starts in late July and continues deep into August.
• Harvest: Clusters hold firmly, which may slightly complicate hand picking, but fruits do not drop.