The berries will be the size of cherries: what needs to be done with currants in early spring

Fertilizing currants in spring is one of the most important tasks for every gardener.

The level of harvest and health of plants depend on the quality and effectiveness of feeding.

Anastasia Kovrizhnykh , an expert of the online publication "BelNovosti", an agronomist and landscape designer, spoke about fertilizing currants.

Let's consider effective methods of feeding currants in the spring of 2024, which will allow you to get a high yield without much expense and problems.

Determining the right time for feeding

Spring is the ideal time to feed currants, as the plants are actively developing at this time of year.

Determining the right time for feeding is the first and most important step to obtaining a high yield.

To determine the time of feeding, you need to take into account the currant variety, the climatic features of your region and the condition of the soil.

Selecting the optimal fertilizers

Currant feeding should be balanced and contain all the necessary nutrients.

The optimal choice of fertilizers is the key to successful feeding. It is important to consider the needs of a specific currant variety and the condition of the soil.

For good growth and fruiting of currants, it is better to use natural fertilizers, such as compost, manure or mixed organic compounds.

During the period of active growth, nitrogen is especially important for the plant, which helps in the formation of new shoots and leaves. During the fruiting period, it is worth adding phosphorus substances, they will help in the development of fruits. And to maintain the health of the plant and its resistance to diseases and pests, you can use potassium supplements.

Methods of effective feeding of currants

There are several methods of feeding currants that can be used to obtain a high yield.

One of them is surface feeding, in which fertilizers are distributed evenly over the soil around the plant and then watered.

The second method is fertilizing in the form of root watering. To do this, install an irrigation system that will deliver moisture and fertilizers directly to the roots of the plants.

Using mulch, such as straw or grass litter, is also an effective way to provide nutrients and retain moisture.

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