When growing grapes, special attention is paid to tying the vine to the trellis. This agronomic technique can improve crop health and provide additional support for heavy fruit brushes. Making racks for grapes with your own hands is quite simple.
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Why support is required
The botanical description of the vine mentions that it is a vine growing upward. However, if you do not tie it to supports, the branches will not be able to grow vertically and will not receive an optimal portion of light and heat. As a result, the fruits will become smaller and lose their taste.
In the presence of racks, the shoots warm up better and are saturated with nutrients. Therefore, such designs accelerate the maturation of the brushes and increase the concentration of sugar in the berries. The main advantages of using a support include the following:
- With vertical cultivation of vines, you can plant compacted plantings without worrying that the leaves will feel a lack of light. With good lighting, photosynthesis occurs as quickly as possible, and the yield of the crop increases.
- In the tied state, the berries are evenly illuminated by the sun, which leads to an improvement in their taste. The fruits become sweet and sugary.
- Shoots are well ventilated. Stable air exchange prevents the development of fungi and parasites, and the need for chemical treatment is reduced.
Since grapes are a thermophilic crop, it is necessary to choose the most illuminated area when arranging a vineyard. Do not place seedlings near buildings that shade them. You should also avoid areas that are affected by cold northerly winds. In such places, a stone wall or fence is installed. The root system of the vine can be up to several meters deep, so if the groundwater is high enough, it can start to rot.
Making racks with your own hands
To make racks for grapes, you can use the following materials:
- Polypropylene or metal pipes.
- Channel bars and corners.
- Beam or pillars of wood.
You can tie up grapes using wire, electrical wire with insulation, fishing line or nylon thread.
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In addition, for the upcoming work, it is necessary to prepare a number of tools and devices:
- To apply markings on the workpiece, use a hydro level, a marker and a pencil.
- Plastic pipe processing involves the use of welding equipment and a hacksaw.
- Metal structures are processed with a grinder, drill and welding equipment.
- A gasoline saw, a screwdriver and a hammer are used to work with wood.
- If you need to carry out concrete and earthwork, you will need to prepare measuring containers, shovels and a concrete mixer.
The process of tying vines involves the use of a knife, wire cutters and scissors.
When caring for grapes, you can use 3 types of trellises: arched, one-plane and two-plane.
Have you tried to make racks for grapes with your own hands?
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