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When to Plant Currants in Kitchener-Waterloo, ON

Currants are small, tart berries that grow on attractive shrubs in red, white, and black varieties. They are prized for jams, jellies, and liqueurs.

Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 10 and the first fall frost is October 27, giving you a growing season of approximately 200 days.

At an elevation of 1,095 feet, Kitchener-Waterloo receives approximately 45.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly clay loam soil. Summer highs average 82°F, so choose short-season varieties of Currants to ensure they mature before fall. Clay soil retains moisture well for Currants, but amend with compost to improve drainage and prevent root rot.

Kitchener-Waterloo, ON (Zone 7a) Long season
200 days
Last Spring Frost April 10
200 growing days
First Fall Frost October 27

Kitchener-Waterloo Soil Profile

Soil Type

Clay Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Currants Planting Timeline — Kitchener-Waterloo, ON

Currants Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors May 1 May 1 – May 15

· 48" apart · Rows 72" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April
May Transplant Outdoors
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

730–1095 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–6.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7a

📆 Growing Season

200 days in Kitchener-Waterloo

Growing Tips for Kitchener-Waterloo

Plant in a sheltered location with morning sun. Prune out wood older than 3 years to encourage new fruiting wood. Mulch heavily to keep roots cool and moist.

Companion Planting

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Currants in Kitchener-Waterloo, ON?

Kitchener-Waterloo is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 10. Plan your Currants planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Kitchener-Waterloo, ON?

Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 10 and first fall frost is October 27.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Kitchener-Waterloo, ON. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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