Whitecurrants like moist, well-drained soil, but will grow in a range of soil conditions. They crop best in full sun, but will also grow in partial shade. They are a useful fruit to grow against a north-facing wall, although the currants will ripen later than in sun and be less sweet. How do you propagate […]
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Do Birds Eat White Currants?
Birds like to eat both the developing buds of currant bushes in the winter and the fruits as they start to swell; bullfinches in particular are adept at eating fruit buds in the spring. Are white currants edible? The flesh is soft and pulp, there is a juicy texture and there are small edible seeds. […]
How Do You Propagate White Currants?
You can propagate whitecurrants by taking hardwood cuttings about 30cm (1ft) long. Use prunings from young plants, but not from older plants, as these may carry disease. When can I take cuttings from white currants? The best time to propagate currant cuttings is in the spring or late fall. Can you grow currants from cuttings? […]
How Do You Eat White Currants?
They can be eaten fresh, cooked or dried, and also make a stunning garnish when coated in castor sugar. Complimentary pairings include, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, cream, clove, citrus fruits, tomatoes, juniper, ginger, strawberries, huckleberries, peaches, cherries, gin, basil, lemon verbena and mint. Can you eat white currants raw? Redcurrants and whitecurrants, while still tart, are […]
When Should I Prune White Currants?
Pruning established cordons In early spring, cut new growth on the main vertical stem by a quarter of the previous year’s growth, or by half if growth is weak. In early summer, once the cordon has reached the required height, cut to one bud of new growth each year. Should currant bushes be pruned? Prune […]
Are White Currants Sour?
As a rule, white fruits usually have a higher sugar content and lower acidity than their coloured counterparts, and white currants are no exception. Unlike red and black currants, which are generally considered too strong and sour for fresh consumption, white currants are sweeter and more delicate. What do white currant taste like? Description/Taste Though […]
Are White Currant Leaves Edible?
Currant leaves are edible but most commonly used in teas. Secondary Uses: Medicinal Plant – The leaves and fruit are often used medicinally. Tea Plant – The leaves can be dried and used as a tea or used with herbal tea mixes. Can you eat currant leaves? The juice, leaves, and flowers of black currant […]
When Can I Take Cuttings From White Currants?
The best time to propagate currant cuttings is in the spring or late fall. If you are taking cuttings in the fall wait until all the leaves have fallen off the bush and it’s gone dormant. How do you propagate white currants? Take 30cm (12″) cuttings from the one-year old stems and you have all […]
When Should You Prune White Currants?
Pruning Whitecurrants & Redcurrants Most pruning is done in the late winter or early spring when it is not freezing. A bush, grown on a leg which is 10-15cm of bare stem from the ground up, with an open centred, bowl shaped plant is the best form when grown in the open. How do you […]
How Do You Germinate White Currant Seeds?
Place the currant seeds on top of the damp mix and cover them with a thin layer of soil. You can simply press the seeds gently into the mix and then brush the soil over the top. Currant seeds germinate best at a temperature between 65 and 75 F in bright, indirect light. How do […]