Choose suitable varieties, prune branches, strengthen soil management, adjust light and heat preservation measures, and control pests and diseases. As winter approaches, many potted grape lovers have begun to worry about how to make their beloved grape trees survive the winter safely. Potted grapes are very popular among the majority of flower lovers because of their appearance and ease of maintenance. Bad weather such as low temperatures and dryness in winter pose great challenges to the growing environment of the grape trees. This article will introduce you in detail the methods of potted grapes to spend the winter. Help your vines survive the cold winter. It is crucial to choose suitable varieties and choose grape varieties suitable for growing in low-temperature environments. For example, varieties such as Kyoho, Jingya, and Hongti have strong cold resistance and are suitable for planting in the northern region. When selecting varieties, it is also necessary to consider the growth habits of the grape trees and local climatic conditions. Trim branches Before winter comes, prune potted grapes to remove sick and weak branches, excessively dense branches and crossing branches, which is conducive to ventilation and light transmission and reduces the occurrence of pests and diseases. After pruning, scissors can be used to cut the branches at a 45-degree angle to reduce water evaporation. Strengthen soil management 1. Fertilization: Before winter comes, apply organic fertilizer to the grape trees once to enhance the tree's vitality and improve its cold resistance. After fertilization, water should be done in time to allow the fertilizer to fully penetrate into the soil.
2. Watering: The temperature in winter is low and water evaporates slowly, so the number of watering should be appropriately reduced. When the soil is dry, a small amount of watering can be carried out to keep the soil moist.
3. Drought prevention: In winter, plastic film can be used to cover the soil to prevent water evaporation and keep the soil moist. Adjust the light 1. Proper shade: In winter, when the sun is weak, you can shade the sun appropriately to prevent the vines from being exposed to strong sunlight, which will cause burns to the leaves.
2. Moving position: Place potted grapes in a place with sufficient sunshine and good ventilation, which is conducive to the growth of the grape trees. Heat preservation measures 1. Covering grass: In winter, straw, leaves, etc. can be covered around the vines to maintain heat.
2. Build insulation sheds: For some grape varieties with poor cold resistance, insulation sheds can be built in winter to keep the temperature in the shed within an appropriate range.
3. Use insulation materials: Use insulation materials such as foam boards and cotton wool around the vines to reduce the impact of temperature on the vines. Pest and pest control 1. Clean the environment: In winter, remove fallen leaves, weeds, etc. around the grape trees to reduce the breeding of pests and diseases.
2. Spraying pesticides: In winter, some low-toxicity and low-residue pesticides can be sprayed to prevent the occurrence of pests and diseases.
Through the above methods, potted grapes can be effectively helped to survive the cold winter. During the maintenance process, it is also necessary to pay close attention to the growth conditions of the vines and adjust the maintenance measures in a timely manner. I believe that with your careful care, potted grapes will be able to survive the winter safely. Welcome to another harvest season.