Why August is the critical month for pruning currant bushesPruning currant bushes in August is a critical step for ensuring a high yield of large berries the following season. Ekaterina Martynova, berry crop specialist: "Old branches must be cut out at the root, leaving no small stumps. Pruning Technique and Garden HygieneOperations should be performed on a dry day, as high humidity slows the healing of wounds. Autumn PruningThe effectiveness of August pruning over October pruning is rooted in the plant's physiology. Questions about Summer Currant PruningShould first-year currant bushes be pruned?