Add this to water – and the berries will grow sweet and large: how to feed currants in May

In May, many summer residents begin to think about the need to fertilize currants. And what fertilizers should be applied during this period?

In fact, this issue is not so simple, and fertilizers should be selected individually. Therefore, it is worth remembering the 7 best fertilizers for currants in May.

Anastasia Kovrizhnykh , an expert of the online publication "BelNovosti", an agronomist and landscape designer, told how to act in such a situation.

Compost

During this period, you can mix mature compost with the soil around the currant bushes. Compost can enrich the soil with essential elements, improve its structure and promote more efficient moisture retention.

Humus

Humus contains high levels of nutrients that currants love. Humus can be added to the soil in the spring to provide the bushes with the necessary minerals for active growth. An important condition: the humus must be rotted, otherwise root burns may occur.

Natural fertilizers

Organic fertilizers such as urea can be used to add nitrogen to the soil. It helps stimulate green growth and plant development.

Complex mineral fertilizers

You can also choose fertilizers that contain:

• nitrogen;
• phosphorus;
• potassium in appropriate proportions.

This will help achieve an optimal balance and ensure healthy growth of currants.

Mulch

In May, you can cover the soil around the currant bushes with organic mulch, such as straw or peat. Mulch will help retain moisture, prevent weed growth, and gradually enrich the soil.

Liquid fertilizers

You can also dissolve the liquid fertilizer in water and use it to water the plants. This will provide quick access to nutrients for currants. This fertilizer is distinguished by its effectiveness, and many people choose it for a reason.

Microelement solutions

If necessary, you can add microelement solutions, which will consist of:

1) magnesium;

2) zinc;

3) iron and other microelements.

This solution will help to introduce those elements that the currants need at a certain point in time.

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