When and how to plant grapes outdoors?

Grapes are one of the most beloved and frequently grown crops among modern gardeners. It is such not only because of the delicious fruits, but also because of its appearance. Many people use grapes as hedges or living sheds. An integral part of the care is to plant the crop in open ground. This article will tell you about the main points of this procedure, as well as some of its nuances.

In autumn, grapes are usually replanted in October. They do this throughout the month. It is during this period that the air temperature ranges from 5 to 15 degrees Celsius, being the most suitable for planting. After the onset of the first cold snap, it is necessary to have time to complete the transplant within three weeks. After this period, the probability of frost onset is high, and the bush simply will not have time to take root.

Planting correctly in the spring involves a number of steps.

• First of all, you need to choose the right place. It is not necessary to plant the crop in wetlands or where water accumulates. Poorly grapes tolerate drafts, and it should not be planted in the northern part of the local area. Ideally, the planting site should be on the south side of the site, and also protected from the north by a wall, hedge or fruit trees. The soil here should be loosened and saturated with organic matter. The plant should be planted at a distance of 4 meters or more from other bushes and trees.
• Next, you need to prepare the pit. It must be dug up at least 3 weeks before planting. The pit should be about 1 meter deep. Drainage material (usually gravel or crushed stone) is placed on the bottom of the pit. The earth dug out of the hole is divided into two parts. One part is mixed with 15 kg of humus, 1 kg of ash, as well as 0.5 kg of superphosphate, and poured back into the pit. A small layer of earth is poured on top, and 3 buckets of water are poured. In this form, the pit remains for 3 weeks in order for the soil to settle and compact.
• The next step is to process the seedling and prepare it for subsequent planting. First you need to examine the vine. If there are traces of fungus, rot or other diseases on the roots, then it is better to refuse planting. If the bush is healthy, then it is soaked in pre-boiled and cooled water with a few drops of "Kornevin" for 24 hours. A day later, you need to re-examine the roots. If there are diseases or pests, you need to replace the seedling with a healthy one. If the seedling is healthy, then after soaking, the upper roots are completely removed, and the heel roots are cut off by 10-15 cm. 4 eyes should remain on the seedling. After pruning, it must be treated with a fungicide.
• It is necessary to carry out directly the landing itself. A little earth is poured into a previously prepared hole so that a small mound forms. A seedling is placed on it. The roots are fully and neatly spread out. Further, they begin to gradually fill the soil into the hole, holding the seedling. It is necessary to fill the pit completely in this way, and pour 3 buckets of water.

Timing is especially important for the spring planting of grapes.... In the south of Russia, in the spring, it is best to plant grapes in open ground in mid-April. Usually during this period, the temperature rises to +15 degrees, which is considered optimal for planting. However, during this period, the probability of frost remains quite high, and therefore it is imperative to provide a shelter to protect from the cold. In regions where the climate is cooler (middle zone of Russia and the Moscow region), planting should be done later, in May. The last days of May are considered the best period. At this time, the air temperature reaches +15 degrees, at which, as already mentioned, the transplant is best done.

A good time for transplanting grapes in regions such as Siberia and the Urals is mid-June. However, this is not always the best solution. It is recommended to analyze the climate for the last 5-10 years and assume at what time the air temperature will reach +15 degrees. And also you need to take measurements of the air temperature from the end of spring in order not to miss the moment when the mark reaches +15 degrees. It is this time that can be considered truly optimal for transplanting a crop into open ground.

In the warm regions of the country (in the south), the culture is planted from mid-October to mid-November. In central Russia, the crop can be planted in early October. In colder regions, grapes can be planted in September. It is best to do this at the end of September, but earlier planting is also allowed. It is worth noting that professionals do not have a definite answer to the question of whether it is better to plant grapes in the fall or still in the spring.