Blackcurrant Malling Jet

Bred by the East Malling research station in Kent, late Blackcurrant Malling jet is a large, vigorous variety, suitable for larger gardens. It flowers very late, making it a good choice for colder areas. The berries are small to medium sized, with a fairly good, slightly acidic flavour, and borne on very long strigs, which makes picking easy. The bush is a moderate to good cropper, and the berries hold well on the bush. 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