With the spring breeze, everything recovers and the vines begin to grow and develop in the new year. In this vibrant season, the right way to prune the vines is a skill that every winegrower needs to master. This article will give you a detailed introduction to spring vine pruning methods to help you better manage your vineyard.
First of all, we need to be clear about the purpose of pruning. The main purpose of pruning is to adjust the canopy structure, promote light, improve ventilation, reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases, and improve the quality and yield of the fruit. Therefore, when we prune, we need to do it according to the growth conditions and goals of the vines.
Next, let's talk about the pruning steps for spring vines.
1.Removal of dead branches: Before the start of spring, we need to clean the vines completely, pruning all the dead branches, diseased branches, cross-grown branches, etc., left over from last winter. This reduces the occurrence of pests and diseases, while also making room for new growth.
2.Determine the main vine: The main vine of the vine is the key to determining the direction of growth and its ability to bear fruit. We need to choose a strong, pest-free main vine as the mother vine, and the rest of the side vines need to be pruned appropriately according to their growth conditions.
3.Pruning side vines: For side vines that grow too densely or in poor direction, we need to prune them properly. In general, we should keep the sunny, robust side vines and cut out the ones that are weak and block the sun.
4.Control canopy size: The canopy size of a vine has a direct impact on its light and ventilation effects. Therefore, we need to control the size of the canopy according to the growth condition and goals of the vine. In general, we should keep the canopy of the vine within a certain range and avoid being too large or too small.
5.Pruning inflorescences: Spring is the season when grapes bloom, and we need to prune the inflorescences of grapes properly. In general, we should keep those inflorescences that grow vigorously and have full flowers, and cut out those that are weakly growing and have sparse flowers.
Overall, pruning vines in spring is a process that requires care and patience. We need to prune the vines according to their growth conditions and goals in order to promote healthy growth and high yields. Hopefully, the above will help you better manage your vineyard and make your vines grow more luxuriant in the new year.