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Proven Ways to Keep Currants in Peak Condition for a Reliably Heavy Crop

Currants are dependable, productive shrubs, but pests and diseases can take hold fast if you miss the early signs. With timely checks, good pruning and a few targeted, gentler treatments, you can keep plants healthy and crops high through harvest.

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How to Keep Your Currant Crop Going in Dry Weather

Currants are usually easy-care shrubs, but prolonged dry spells in May can quickly cut yield and berry quality. With targeted watering, mulching, timely aphid control and potassium feeding, you can hold onto the fruit set right through to harvest.

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