Redcurrant Rovada A late-season redcurrant, ‘Rovada’ is also late to flower, making it a good choice for colder areas. Fairly vigorous, medium-sized, upright bush which gives reliable, exceptionally heavy crops of very large, well-flavoured berries on long 'strings', making them easy to pick. Crops for a long period, is disease resistant, and very good in containers. Redcurrant ‘Rovada’ is the most common commercially grown redcurrant, which testifies to its ease of cultivation. Site: Some shelterSoil: Fertile, well-drained soil, slightly acid or neutral preferredPosition: Full sun or partial shadePick: Late July to early AugustKeep: Keeps for a few days; freezes wellHardiness: HardyPollination: Self-fertileUses: Cooking and preservingHeight: 4’ (1.2m) Spread: 4’ (1.2m)