Big Ben

Blackcurrant 'Big Ben' is an outstanding early-season Scottish-bred variety renowned for producing exceptionally large blackcurrants - often two to three times the size of standard varieties.

Developed especially for the fresh market, it combines impressive fruit size with exceptional sweetness, making it an excellent choice for eating straight from the bush.

Key Features

• Early season variety
• Produces exceptionally large berries (2-3g average weight)
• Extremely sweet with high sugar content (Brix rating ~13)
• Ideal for fresh eating and Pick Your Own market
• High yields (up to 4.5kg per mature plant)
• Slightly arching growth habit aids harvesting
• Self-fertile

Fruiting & Harvest Time

Early season. Usually harvested July, approximately 10 days before Ben Lomond.

Size of Shrub

Compact to medium-sized shrub. Reaches approximately 1.5m (5ft) in height with 1m spread.

Disease Resistance

Resistant to powdery mildew and leaf spot. Good overall disease resistance