Follow us on FacebookPlanting Information for Currants
Spacing
- 3’–4’ within row unless otherwise noted
- Rows should be at least 6’ apart
- Choose a sunny location, but avoid southern exposure
Irrigation
- Planting on a slope facilitates drainage
- 1"–2" rainfall or equivalent per week
- Maintain adequate moisture especially following planting
- Gooseberry fruit will sunburn more easily if soil is too dry
Fertilization
- None is required during the planting year
- In following years, 5oz. of 10–10–10 per plant in spring or split with half in spring, half in summer
- pH: 6.0–6.5
Weed Control
- Cultivation by scuffle hoe or manual weeding is needed
- Mulch will assist with weed control
- Straw, sawdust or woodchips can be applied at 2"–4"
- Contact a local extension before using chemicals
Pruning
- Black currants have different pruning needs from red currants and gooseberries. See pruning guides for specific techniques.
Special Considerations
- Black currants produce better with 2 or more varieties
