Increase Berry
Size by up to 40% and Fruit Yields by 30% with Growers
Secret
If you're growing grapes, whether a small backyard
vineyard or a commerical operation, then you need MegaGro. MegaGro
is the secret large grape growers use everyday to produce more
grapes!
Fruit and Berry Set with
MegaGro:
Naturally grown grapes tend to be very small and uneven ripening
of the berries within a cluster is sometimes a problem. That's why
commercial growers use MegaGro when growing grapes to
boost their yields. MegaGro will:
Improve berry growth
Increase berry size
Prevent bunch rot
Promote uniform maturing of grapes
The active ingredient in MegaGro, natural gibberellins, are
plant growth regulators used by nearly all commercial grape growers
to force grape production and to produce larger grapes. MegaGro
should be used on grapes by spraying the bunches in two
applications, the first application at the last blooming stage and
the second should be applied one week after. Just Look
at the results:
In most grapes, MegaGro is applied before bloom to "stretch" the
cluster. This elongation provides more room for the berries to grow
larger and makes for a looser cluster. A looser cluster allows for
better air circulation, which in turn reduces disease incidence and
improves berry growth and maturation. A second set of MegaGro
applications is done at bloom time. This reduces the number of
berries by causing some of the flowers to abscise or drop. With
less competition, the remaining berries will grow larger. Finally,
several "berry-sizing" or fruit set sprays are made in the 10-15
days following berry set to promote berry growth and development.
The end result of the regimen is a large loose cluster, with large
and uniformly sized berries that mature evenly. Using MegaGro is
the professionals' method of growing grapes.
Growing grapes or viticulture is one of the
oldest cultivation practices in the world. The history of
growing grapes goes back almost to the dawn of
agriculture. The sheer versatility of growing
grapes can help explain their importance, offering a wide
variety of uses for the harvest. Grapes can be eaten fresh (table
grapes) or processed into jam, jelly, juice, or wine. Professional
growers and home gardeners are successfully growing
grapes in an incredible variety of areas throughout the
United States, from warm, dry environments with long growing
seasons to cold moist areas with short growing seasons.
Growing grapes is simple, provided you plant the
right varieties for growing grapes in your
particular area. To start growing grapes, all you
need are a few basic requirements including a good planting site,
hardy varieties (cultivars), and proper culture which includes,
MegaGro, Algoflash, SoilSyrup and AquaRocks.
Growing Grapes- Plant Characteristics
Grapes are deciduous, woody vines that consist of a root system,
trunk, and shoots or canes. Growing grapes have
extensive root systems. Most roots are in the upper 2 to 5 feet of
the soil, however, some roots grow to 25 to 40 feet in coarse,
sandy soils. The trunk is the permanent stem of the plant that
supports the fruit-bearing canes. Each year, shoots develop from
dormant buds on the previous year's growth. The woody
shoots are then called canes, which are the important structures
for growing grapes.
Growing Grapes - Planting
Grapevines can grow on a wide range of soil types. Choose deep
well-drained soils to avoid standing water in the spring and
encourage early growth. Well-drained soils produce the best growth
and yields. Avoid soils that are persistently wet during the
growing season. Grapes need full sunlight and high temperatures to
ripen, so plant on southern slopes, the south side of windbreaks,
or the south sides of buildings. Avoid northern slopes and low
ground since these will be cooler throughout the growing season,
delaying ripening of the fruit.
Early spring is the best time to plant grapevines, as soon as
the soil can be worked. Use healthy plants with well-developed root
systems. Dig a hole large enough so you can spread the root system
out without bending the roots. Spread the roots and cover them
completely with soil. Plant vines at the same depth as in the
nursery. Do not plant too deeply. It may also be beneficial to soak
their roots in water for two to three hours before planting
grapevines. After planting a grapevine, cut its strongest cane back
to two or three strong buds; completely removing all other canes.
Each bud will develop into a cane.
Fall planting is not recommended for growing
grapes because plants are likely to be lost to heaving
during the first winter.
Plant grapevines 6 to 8 feet apart within the row. Plant
vigorous varieties, such as Concord, 8 feet apart. Less vigorous
varieties may be planted 6 feet apart. Space rows at least 9 feet
apart.
Growing Grapes - Soil and Weed Management
Growing grapes require that you pay attention
to the important cultivation practices of maintaining soil
fertility, weed control, and soil moisture conservation. During the
first year, the soil is prepared for planting, cultivars are
selected, and vines are planted, mulched, and fertilized. Using
products like SoilSyrup to help condition the soil and
Algoflash will help keep your
growing grapes well cared forr.
During the first year, the vines are normally tied to a stake to
keep them off the ground and prevent damage. If the season of
planting is dry, supplemental watering is also necessary to keep
the vines growing. When growing grapes, it is important to
get as much first-year growth as possible.
Weeds compete with grapevines for moisture, nutrients, and
sunlight. Keep the area directly under the trellis weed-free. For
smaller gardens, AquaSpikes are a great way to
prevent weeds by watering the roots of the
growing grapes directly. For larger plots, it's best to
maintain a cover crop between rows. These cover crops help control
weeds and prevent soil erosion. Grass is an excellent choice, as it
doesn't compete with the growing grapes. You can
use Lawn Honey to help establish the grass in between
your grapevines and improve soil moisture. When you need to cut the
grass, simply leave grass clippings on the area. Care of vines the
second year is similar to that of the first year. However, during
the second season, a system for training the vines should be
selected. Three years are normally required to establish a grape
planting. During the third season, some harvest may be expected
from the vines. The first full crop, however, will not be produced
until about the fourth or fifth year. It takes a while to see the
fruits of your labor when growing grapes, but it's
worth it. Make sure you continue these cultivation techniques not
only through the third year, but in subsequent years as well.
Growing Grapes - Fertilizer
Growing grapes requires an adequate supply of
essential plant nutrients. Apply about 8 ounces of fertilizer per
plant seven days after planting. Increase the amount of fertilizer
to 1 pound of fertilizer in the second year and 1.5 pounds per vine
in the third and later years about 30 days before new growth begins
in the spring. Don't concentrate fertilizer at the base of the
trunk. Keep fertilizer 6 to 12 inches from the trunk and spread
evenly under the spread of the vine. Because too much nitrogen may
promote excessive vegetative growth and delay vine and fruit
maturity, use a balanced fertilizer like Algoflash. Be aware that if you fertilize your
growing grapes in late spring or summer, it will
encourage succulent late season growth, which is more susceptible
to winter damage. This can be undesirable if you live in the
northern part of the country. Using SoilSyrup will help make your fertilizer
more effective and help improve the health of growing
grapes, so apply every time you water.
Growing Grapes - Watering and Irrigation
Water well. Growing Grapes require
approximately 1 inch of water per week through the first growing
season. Water plants every 7 to 10 days during dry weather. You can
help keep your soil moist by using AquaRocks to help retain moisture in the
soil.
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