Essential Tools and Equipment for Growing and Enjoying Grapes
Working your own personal vineyard means having the right tools to do the job! Below is a list of items to consider. …
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Dealing with Grape Pests
Like any plant, grapevines are attractive to a number of pests. As with disease, it’s critical that you remain vigilant about spotting invaders and dealing with them promptly. …
Dealing with Grape Diseases
The most important thing you can do for your grapes is to stick with annual pruning to keep the canopy from getting too dense. This encourages good air circulation around …
Pruning, Fertilizing, Watering, and Weeding Your Grapevines
Grapes produce fruit on shoots growing off of 1-year-old canes. If you have too many old canes (from no pruning), then you’ll get fewer grapes. …
Planting and Nurturing Your Grapevines
Plant in early spring, whether it’s a cutting or a seedling or bare-root/potted vine. Before planting bare-root stock, trim the roots to 6 to 12 inches to encourage feeder roots …
Selecting a Site for Growing Grapes
As with all plants, correct soil pH is critical to healthy growth. Ideally, you’ll check pH the year before you plan to plant grapevines. …
Growing Grapes from Seeds, Cuttings, or Vines
The easiest way to grow grape vines is to start with a plant from a nursery or remote retailer. If you order from catalogs or online sources, you’ll be getting …
Types of Grapevines
There are four types of grapes for most home gardeners to choose from. The first is American grapes, Vitis labrusca, which are fairly easy to grow and are the most …
To Garden or Not?
It is mid-February here in Oregon. The racks of seeds have begun to sprout at the the feed store, the earth is beginning to warm, and songbirds are beginning to …
Pineapple & Grape Chicken Salad
Pineapples and grapes tend to be an underrated combo. Believe it or not, they can result in this delightful mix of sweet-tart flavors that will enliven any salad with a …
