How to Get Currants the Size of Grapes: There Are 5 Secrets – Says an Expert

30.01.2024 08:30

Many gardeners grow currants on a regular basis, getting a harvest almost every year.

But the fruits can be of different sizes, and the harvest is sometimes unsatisfactory.

Therefore, you need to choose the right variety, paying attention to the characteristics of the berry.

An expert of the online publication Belnovosti and agronomist Anastasia Kovrizhnykh will share her recommendations.

How to Grow Big Currants

Here are 5 recommendations.

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Photo: © Belnovosti
  1. Correct planting. It is necessary to choose the right place and take into account the planting time in spring or autumn.
  2. Currant fertilizing. You need to start fertilizing when planting, by putting the necessary fertilizers in the hole.
  3. Watering. Currants are considered a moisture-loving crop - plant them near a pond or pour 3 (5 for sandy soil) buckets 1-2 times a week.
  4. Annual pruning. Remove dry and damaged branches, as well as branches with signs of disease.
  5. Protect against diseases and pests. The choice of means depends on the insect.

Earlier we wrote about what to feed cherries with.

Author: Dmitry Liskovich Internet resource editor
 
Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh Expert / Belnovosti