How to plant grapes: The methods and techniques for planting potted grapes.

How to plant grapes in a potThis article mainly discusses the small experience of planting grapes in pots and the planting methods and techniques. Next, the editor will introduce.Grapes are considered by the public to be a nutritious fruit with soft and juicy flesh. Many rural families grow grapes in their courtyards, which can be admired and harvested in the summer. However, as rural people gradually move into high-rise buildings, they no longer have courtyards, making it difficult to plant grapes! And this is where grape potted plants come into the public eye!Potted grapes not only meet the needs of family greening and ornamental plants but can also yield a lot of grapes when grown properly, which is very meaningful for those who want to grow grapes at home!Some people say, is it feasible to plant grapes in pots? Grapes have a developed root system, and putting them in a pot is not restricting their growth? Can they still bear fruit? In fact, this is a misunderstanding of grapes! Compared with other fruit trees, grapes are very suitable for potting! The reason for this is as follows:First: Grapes have a strong adaptability to regions. You may not know that among all fruit trees in the world, grapes have the largest cultivation area and the widest distribution, spanning multiple temperature zones, including tropical, temperate, and subarctic regions! Taking China's planting situation as a simple example, grapes can be planted in the south, north, and even the northwestern plateau! Grapes have a very strong adaptability to different climates and soil environments.Second: Grapes are easy to propagate. Most grape varieties can survive by cutting, and their grafting ability is also good. For potting, you can directly plant the seedlings if you have them, or cut directly if you don't.Third: Grapes have good characteristics. Grapes bear fruit relatively quickly, and if not controlled, they will produce a large number of fruits (which may not be of high quality). They are not very strict about soil requirements and are relatively easy to manage. Except for swamps and heavily saline-alkaline soils, they can grow well in other soil types!If you have a nice balcony or rooftop at home and want to plant a potted grapevine, what should you do? Let's explain in detail:First, the choice of variety:Potted grapes are different from those planted outdoors. Their yield won't be too high, so there's no need to process mature fruits. Moreover, potted grapes are less affected by the growth period, so early, mid, and late-maturing varieties can all be planted! Try to choose varieties that are of good quality, disease-resistant, pollution-resistant, and high-yielding, such as "Jufeng" and "Rose Scented."Then, the choice of planting container:The pot is the container for potting, and this choice should be scientific! It can't be too small, as it will greatly affect the growth of the potted grapevine! The size can be determined based on the size of the tree you choose. Materials like plastic buckets or foam boxes can be used, or you can buy a special ceramic pot for aesthetics.Some people are not sure what size container to use. If you want to grow seedlings, a small container with a diameter of 10cm will do. If you're planting directly without transplanting, choose a diameter of 40cm and a depth of about 50cm after selecting the size of the seedlings!Next is the most important choice of potting soil:So-called potting is somewhat like "limiting grape roots," meaning that the growth of the roots is confined to the pot. Therefore, it is essential to have good soil growth conditions. Good soil is beneficial for root growth! At this point, general soil cannot meet the requirements of potting soil, so it needs to be prepared based on the properties of the soil! The best potting soil is humus soil, which is generally required to be loose, fertile, and have good water permeability, breathability, and moisture retention. The general soil and fertilizer ratio is 7:3. The soil can be prepared with 40% general garden soil + 40% decomposed leaf mold + 20% sandy soil, and organic fertilizers like sheep manure or chicken manure can be crushed and mixed with the soil. Make sure to mix the soil and fertilizer evenly! Remember: decomposed leaf mold is indispensable!Next is the preparation and planting of the seedlings:When buying seedlings, choose those with a developed root system, plump buds, and no diseases or pests. It's best to have seedlings that are over one year old and to properly prune the roots, cutting off any straight or long roots! Soak the seedlings in water for 24 hours before transplanting. When transplanting, pad the bottom drainage hole to prevent soil from falling out. Then put in more than one-third of the soil, making a bun-like shape with the center higher than the sides. Place the grapevine on top, spread the roots in the center, and start covering with soil. After covering, gently pull up the seedlings and then press the potting soil down and water to settle the roots!At this point, the potting is basically done, but this is just the end of the preliminary work. There are still some things to pay attention to later:Water and fertilizer management: Potted grapes require a lot of water, but the amount varies by season! Watering should be done in the morning and evening, avoiding exposure to the hot sun. Make sure to water thoroughly and not just "dab" the surface, as this can leave the root area dry. You can also use a spray bottle to mist the leaves to reduce dust. If the potting starts before autumn, make sure to provide enough water. In autumn, water moderately to avoid wasting water and nutrients!The principle for fertilization is: apply thin fertilizer frequently. This is because the space for potted grapes is limited, and if you accidentally apply too much fertilizer, it can easily cause "burning" to the plant! Apply fertilizer every 5-7 days. You can choose to use short-acting chemical fertilizer solutions. In addition to top-dressing, you can also apply foliar fertilizer!