If you are planning on raising grapes in your own yard, you should take the time to learn the right pruning techniques to ensure that your grapes grow to their fullest potential. Although there are different ways for you to prune and train the vines of your grapes, the philosophy used in each of these methods is the same. Pruning is essential because it helps reduce the grape vines from getting quite a lot of foliage. Too much foliage can reduce the chances of your plant to bear fruits.
Vertical Positioning – the canes of the grape plant are secured in place using guide wires as they continue growing. Make sure that you choose canes that are sturdy and are already positioned properly. Remove the rest of the canes that are not needed. This is the best method for those who are just starting to grow grape plants. Pruning grapes depends mostly on the type that you are growing but usually pruning is done when the leaves of the grapes have already fallen and while no new buds have appeared yet. Continue reading