Winter is here, and the grapevines in the vineyard need to prepare for the winter! Do you know how they get through the cold winter? That's right, we give them a "warm-up technique"—burying them in soil. Today, let's explore the secret of how to bury grapevines for winter together!
I. Why Bury Grapevines?
Did you know that grapevines are afraid of the cold! When the temperature drops sharply in winter, the roots and branches of grapevines are easily damaged by frost. To protect them, we need to "put a winter coat" on them—bury them in soil. This way, the grapevines can get through the cold winter safely and soundly!
II. Timing for Burying
Generally, the best time to bury grapevines is before the first frost. According to the climatic characteristics of different regions, it is usually done from late November to early December. Of course, the specific time depends on the local climate conditions!
III. Steps for Burying
1. Clean the vineyard: Before burying, first clear away weeds, dead branches, and other debris from the vineyard to avoid affecting the burying effect.
2. Prune the grapevines: Trim the branches of the grapevines neatly, remove diseased, weak, and overly dense branches to facilitate better burying.
3. Dig the burial pit: Dig a pit about 30 cm deep and 50 cm wide around the grapevine. The size of the pit should be determined by the age and crown size of the grapevine.
4. Fill the burial pit: Mix the excavated soil, straw, sawdust, and other materials evenly and fill them into the pit. When filling, ensure the soil is in close contact with the trunk of the grapevine without leaving gaps.
5. Cover with plastic film: Cover the burial materials with a layer of plastic film to provide insulation and prevent freezing.
6. Secure the plastic film: Use soil or branches to secure the plastic film around the grapevine to ensure it doesn't blow away in the wind during the winter.
IV. Precautions After Burying1. Check the temperature: The winter temperature can be unpredictable, so always pay attention to the temperature changes in the vineyard. If the temperature drops suddenly, add insulation measures for the grapevines in time.
2. Prevent pests and diseases: After burying, regularly inspect the grapevines to prevent the occurrence of pests and diseases.
3. Thaw in a timely manner: When the temperature rises in spring, remove the burial materials around the grapevines in time to avoid affecting their normal growth.
V. Benefits of Burying1. Protect the roots: Burying can effectively protect the roots of grapevines from frost damage.
2. Promote growth: Burying can provide sufficient nutrients for grapevines and promote their growth.
3. Increase yield: Through burying, the yield and quality of the grapevines will be improved.
Burying grapevines in winter is a very important task. As long as we master the correct burying method, we can let the grapevines grow strong and healthy in the cold winter, bringing us a bountiful harvest! Come and try it, and make your vineyard vibrant too!