Planting grapes: you have to pay attention to that

Grapes are a healthy, tasty snack for in between. Of course, they taste particularly good when they come from your own garden. This practical tip tells you what you need to consider when planting grapes.

Planting grapes in your own garden: the best tips for growing them

Most varieties are fairly easy to care for. In order for your own grapes to taste good, there are a few things you need to consider. With these tips you will definitely succeed!

• Choosing the right type of wine is particularly important. Since grapevines prefer warm climates, you should get a plant that can also cope with cooler temperatures.
• The location also contributes a lot to the taste of the grapes: the warmer and more protected, the better. The vines feel at home on a south-facing, sheltered wall - especially in cooler regions.
• Since the grapevines can become very large, you should make sure there is enough space on both sides. If you want, you can pull a trellis plant several meters wide from it.
• After selecting the variety and location, all you have to do is plant the vine. Ideally, this will happen in mid-April. Dig a sufficiently large hole and loosen the subsoil. Then place the grapevine at an angle to the trellis and fill the hole again with earth. The grafting point is located on the stem of the plant. This "knot" must absolutely be above the earth. Then water the plant vigorously.
• In the spring the vine wants to be fertilized. Use some compost, but not strong fertilizers. The high nitrogen content makes the plant more susceptible to various diseases.
• In summer, the grapevine makes relatively little effort. Water the young plant occasionally if the soil dries out too much. Basically, wine also lasts longer periods of drought. Also remove leaves that rob the unripe grapes of too much sunlight.
• The harvest can start as soon as you are satisfied with the taste of the grapes. You can also tell when the time is right by the color of the berries and a gradually woody stem.
• You can keep your harvest in a cool, ventilated cellar for some time. Squeezing juice is also an option: you get about ten liters of juice from fifteen kilos of grapes.
• The following spring, you should cut back the vine. If several shoots develop, let the strongest stand and tie it tight. Remove all other shoots, including those that form on the trunk. In general, you should tie the vines so that they do not break off easily.

A peach tree also enriches the garden - and the menu. In the next practical tip, we will tell you what you should consider when planting a peach tree.