Secrets of proper propagation of grapes by cuttings

Cutting and storing cuttings

Sowing grapes with seeds does not always give a good result. Propagation by cuttings is a popular method among winegrowers. The basis of this method is that the culture can fully recover and develop from one shoot, while all the properties of the mother vine will be preserved.

In order for the planting of shanks to bring a good harvest, first of all, you need to properly prepare grape cuttings. Landing is carried out in stages:

• cutting cuttings;
• preservation of shanks for planting;
• preparatory work for rooting.

The optimal time for cutting cuttings is autumn (from November 15 to December 15). The harvest is harvested, the foliage from the grapes has fallen, the vine is prepared for the winter period. It is at this time that it is best to carry out cuttings of homemade grapes, since all the nutrients in the cuttings are best preserved and they are ready to withstand low temperatures. Fruit branches are taken for the shanks. The twig should be completely bare.

There should be four buds on the stem. Cut it off at an angle from the eye at a distance of 2 cm from the upper kidney. The lower part is trimmed under the lower eyelet in a straight line. To make the roots form faster, make three strips in a vertical plane with a knife. Now collect all the shanks by grade and tie them into bundles. Sign each one to know the grade.

To increase physiological moisture, cuttings are placed in water directly in bunches, then they are treated with copper sulfate and dried. Then we move on to the second stage - for storage, the bundles are wrapped in film or polyethylene and placed in a cool place. During the winter period, the shanks are examined and turned.

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Preparation for rooting

In the early days of the last month of winter, cuttings are taken out of the basement and carefully examined. If you see liquid oozing from the shanks, it means that they have rotted and cannot be rooted. If, when pressing on the cut, no liquid appears, then the cutting is dry and also unsuitable for breeding. But if you saw the cherished moisture on the cut, then the cutting endured the winter well.

Cut the stalk and inspect the fluid that comes out. The desired result is a light green color. In order for the grapes to multiply successfully, the stems are placed in warm water and soaked for 48 hours. The fluid is changed every 24 hours. After soaking, the shanks are placed in a root-stimulating solution, where they remain for another day.

Before propagating grapes by cuttings, the shanks are placed in plastic cups until they sprout.

Take large-sized cups and make three holes on the bottom, pour sand and humus. Now put a small glass, and cover the gaps between the walls with earth, crush and water. Sand, previously washed, is poured into a glass, water is poured onto it and the small glass is removed.In the center of the slide, a hole is made of sand and a stalk of homemade grapes is placed there.

Pour water and cover with sand. Take a plastic bottle, cut off the bottom and cover the glass with a shank. Take care of the seedlings every day - water with warm water. As soon as you see the roots and green leaves, you can remove the bottle.

The wild grape bears great resemblance to the liana. It is great for decorating suburban areas. In this case, propagation by cuttings is also suitable.

Open ground planting technology

We have learned how to cut grapes. Next, let's talk about planting in open ground.

Sprouted cuttings are planted taking into account the climatic conditions of a particular area. You need to start the process when you are sure that there will be no frost. The best option is late May - early summer (June).

The pits should be prepared first. This can be done in autumn or early spring. Now prepare the shanks, 20 liters of water, and make holes in the hole so that the roots fit. Place the sprouted shafts in the hole, cover with soil and pour out the water.

After all the moisture has been absorbed, soil is poured into the hole to the level of the developed upper eye. Its location should be 5–7 cm below the soil level. In parallel, a stake made of wood and metal is placed in the bottom of the prepared hole so that the vine has something to lean on. On the corresponding video, you can learn more about the details of the process.

Features of green cuttings

You can grow grapes by germinating green cuttings. In the spring, shoots are cut and placed in water, cuttings are made into two buds. The finished shafts are placed back in the liquid. In the box, soil is poured from compost and sod land in equal proportions and green cuttings are placed there.

To make the earth airy, loosened, you can take it in the place where the mole is digging a mink. A necessary condition is to create darkening at the initial stage. To do this, slats are installed in the jar so that a frame is obtained, on which a cellophane bag is subsequently put on. When the cuttings grow, they are removed. 3-4 cuttings are planted in one jar to a depth of 5-6 cm. The whole structure is placed on the south window until it takes root.

If you did everything correctly, then for about 10 days the structure can not be touched. After this period, the seedlings are watered and aerated once a week. It takes 5-6 weeks for rooting, and then the seedlings are planted in open ground.

Further care of seedlings

The strength and growth of the bush depends on proper care. The escape needs to create the necessary conditions: maintain soil moisture, protect from pests, and fight weeds. Before planting, you need to install the trellis.

During the growing period, you need to tie the grapes to the trellis. During the season, it is watered a couple of times through the drainage pipes, at the same time feeding with chicken droppings is done. Pruning is done in the spring.