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The 'Rose Bead' blackcurrant variety is a compact, medium-sized bush with densely arranged, strong stems covered with small thorns along their entire length. The bushes have a medium-spreading form and medium height, ensuring ease of maintenance and harvesting. The variety is distinguished by high winter hardiness and resistance to American powdery mildew, as well as moderate resistance to bacteria and bud mites, making it a reliable choice for various climatic conditions and soils. The 'Rose Bead' blackcurrant berries are medium-sized, weighing 4–6 grams, oval or slightly elongated in shape. The berries are colored a deep burgundy-pink with longitudinal light veins and covered with a bluish bloom. The skin is thin and sometimes translucent, while the flesh is dense, juicy, aromatic, and has a pleasant sweet-tart flavor. Due to the high quality of the fruit, this variety is widely used for both fresh consumption and processing. The blackcurrant begins fruiting in the 2nd–3rd year after planting, with high and stable yields. The plant prefers sunny locations and fertile, loose soils, but is also adaptable and can grow well under various conditions. The versatility of the variety, its disease resistance, and excellent taste qualities make 'Rose Bead' a popular choice among gardeners and berry enthusiasts.