The Love of Wild Currants: Sweet Berries of the Nature

Whenever you go hiking, one thing I’m sure many of you would love is to munch on wild berries you have collected on the way. Wild currants are one of the most commonly found berries in the wilderness. Known for their bright-colored appearance, currants come in few varieties including red, black and white. They have comparable amounts of cultivable currant fruit which is grown in a bushy manner. Currants share regions with many other habitats like meadows and forests. When it comes down to health benefits, all types of wild berries have a presence of Vitamin C and K making these berries green powerhouses along with antioxidants that keep the elderly healthy.

If you are roaming around the mountains and notice that there are ripe berries near the end of the summer, be assured they are mostly currants. Currants have a slightly sour taste making them great additions for sauces, jams and jellies, and many other currant-based desserts. Currents also grow best in bright areas, making these berries a great candidate for salads and smoothies.

But what if someone does not want to go looking for currants in the wild? Home gardener whohi are passionate for plant cultivation can easily grow these plants with good currants around the house all year long. Because of their growth patterns, these bushes should be given proper care and space. All currant plants enjoy sandy, dry, well-drained, sewage, and sunny weather. Gardeners also use pots as viable option for growing their bushes.

With growing interest in foraging and sustainable eating, wild currants are indeed a tasty way to get closer to nature. These wild berries are a great reminder of the good things Mother Nature offers, whether one consumes them as they are or has them in fancy desserts. This season is the time to enjoy the sweet harvest of wild currants!