Gooseberries, currants and even pears

gooseberries

This may seem early but you might want to net your fruit bushes now even though they are a long way off fruiting.  Some birds love the flower buds of fruits and can do a great deal of damage.  Last year, my espaliered pears were decimated at this stage by a flock of ravenous pigeons – I shall be keeping a close eye this year!