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How to grow Red or white currant in the UK

• TypeBush or cane
• Ready to pickJuly
• Space neededabout 1.2m x 1.2m

When is red or white currant ready to pick?

July.

Pick whole bunches when the berries are glossy and fully coloured.

Looking after red or white currant

• Prune in winter: shorten side shoots to two buds
• Spread compost round them in spring

Storing and keeping

Fridge for a few days, or freeze. Lovely in summer puddings.

Pests and problems

Birds love them - net the bush.

Good varieties

• Jonkheer van Tets: Early, long strings of red berries.
• Rovada: Very long strings, ripens late.
• White Versailles: White currants - sweeter than red.