Overwintering guide
How to overwinter jonkheer van tets redcurrant
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills jonkheer van tets redcurrant in winter
Cutting jonkheer van tets redcurrant hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.
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Overwintering jonkheer van tets redcurrant — FAQ
Does jonkheer van tets redcurrant need to come indoors for winter?
Jonkheer van Tets Redcurrant is hardy to roughly USDA zone 3 — winter lows around -40°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Jonkheer van Tets Redcurrant is properly hardy and overwinters outside without fuss. Tidy away anything dead or diseased, apply a mulch over the crown to steady soil temperatures, and otherwise leave it alone — many hardy plants actually need a cold period to flower and grow well the following year. Save hard pruning for the right season rather than doing it in autumn.
When should I move jonkheer van tets redcurrant for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water jonkheer van tets redcurrant in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills jonkheer van tets redcurrant over winter?
Cutting jonkheer van tets redcurrant hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.