Black currant

Among the various shrubs that gardeners are accustomed to growing in their gardens, black currant is sure to be found. Every child remembers the very sour or sweet and sour taste of black berries, as well as the instructions that they are very healthy. The beneficial properties of currants are due to the huge amount of vitamin C it contains, which is very important for fighting colds and flu.

Garden blackcurrant has different varieties. They differ from each other in berry size and acidity. The most popular varieties are: Belorusskaya sweet, Minai Shmyrev, Cantata 50 and others.

As a garden crop, black currant requires normal care. The main thing is to remove weeds in a timely manner, prune and water. The latter is especially important in arid regions, since more moisture is required for fruit formation and ripening. Pruning can be done at the very beginning of spring or late autumn. Don't forget about fertilizing the soil. In autumn, superphosphate and potassium chloride should be used, and in spring, nitrogen-containing fertilizers.