This Spring I planted my own small vineyard near Cambridge of some 250 vines, mostly Solaris and Regent with a couple of other whimsical varieties just for interest. It is completely fenced in from deer and rabbits and ideal when I take the dogs for a walk every morning as they can run around without hindrance whilst I walk up and down " tinkering" with the vines. I notice you are a bit Cavalier with the weed control in your vineyard and wonder why as a dose of Glysophate twice a year reduces weed competition and enhances the look of the vineyard.
Hi there, thank you very much for your comment and your vineyard sound fantastic. I too can let the dog run around and its very reassuring to know she is somewhere close as I potter about. You make a very good point about weed control. I posted, what I thought, was a fairly non controversial video on how Glysophate and Grazon90 (selective weedkiller) works - ie what it does on the plant and how it works. You would not believe the amount of grief I got from people who essentially said I was poisoning the planet but did not offer any proper alternative. I took down the video sadly, and have never mentioned weedkiller again. You are right, though, I need to stay on top of the weeds, but I try not to do too much when the grapes are in full growth. Thanks for the post.
@@mycountrylife810 Thanks for replying and yes I would believe the grief, probably from the same people who want cheap food but wont allow the farmers to use herbicides and pesticides, keep up with the posting, I really enjoy it.
We have one of those vines that has just a few small twig and they're all the same size. I was hoping one would take off over the others but I guess ill have to choose one to keep so we can make some progress towards the main trellis line. Thought we had a bad vine out of the bunch but you gave us hope!
Yeah it's tempting to dig it up, but just choose one growing tip and let just one develop. Once the roots are bit stronger, you should be ok. Fingers crossed.
For 2nd year vines, I assume it would be much better to keep all the shoots and foilage in order to get a good root development?! Or whats the reason you cut them back? wouldn't it be better doing a rough cut-back in february?! btw, love your videos :-)
Hi there. Good comment. The problem I find is that if you let vines run, they tend to do so in a very uncontrolled manner and fast. Their growth is a sign that the roots are absolutely fine. I am more concerned that the plant above the ground is sufficiently strong and thick enough to survive the winter. By snipping the growing tips it tends to leave one or two thicker canes rather than lots of thinner ones. That said, if other methods work then there is nothing wrong with another method. If a vine is struggling in year two, I think your suggestion would be a good idea. Roots are the key as you say.
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regarding the vine with red leaves. It is possible that it has phytoplasma in it (most likely black wood - Bois noir).
I have similar leafs in one of my vines (pinot noire) Some vines nearby get a little bit of red color around veins too and Im curious what is wrong with it and how can I manage the problem. Pinot noire is causing many problems for me, downy mildew being the biggest. I thought copper, sulfur and potassium bicarbonate would be sufficient for avoiding fungal diseases but had to use systemic fungicide recently. Solaris, muscaris, souvigner gris, cabernet cortis on the other hand caused no problems at all. Thanks for the video and keep us updated please:)
Like you, I am hoping I can keep the dreaded moulds away from my Bacchus grapes this year. Last year, we had too many succumb to mildew. This year, I am really concentrating on exposing the developing fruit to sun and air and seeing if that makes the big difference, as some others here have said should. I know that some varieties are more susceptible. Good luck and if you come up with some good solutions, let me know.
To me it looks like the red leafed vine has some sort of trunk disease, but odd though as assuming you bought them all at the same time/same place. Maybe a different variety/age that got mixed in, which just happens to have a disease? Similar to Esca but not quite, worth a Google - it won't be photosynthesing properly
This Spring I planted my own small vineyard near Cambridge of some 250 vines, mostly Solaris and Regent with a couple of other whimsical varieties just for interest. It is completely fenced in from deer and rabbits and ideal when I take the dogs for a walk every morning as they can run around without hindrance whilst I walk up and down " tinkering" with the vines. I notice you are a bit Cavalier with the weed control in your vineyard and wonder why as a dose of Glysophate twice a year reduces weed competition and enhances the look of the vineyard.
Hi there, thank you very much for your comment and your vineyard sound fantastic. I too can let the dog run around and its very reassuring to know she is somewhere close as I potter about.
You make a very good point about weed control. I posted, what I thought, was a fairly non controversial video on how Glysophate and Grazon90 (selective weedkiller) works - ie what it does on the plant and how it works. You would not believe the amount of grief I got from people who essentially said I was poisoning the planet but did not offer any proper alternative. I took down the video sadly, and have never mentioned weedkiller again.
You are right, though, I need to stay on top of the weeds, but I try not to do too much when the grapes are in full growth.
Thanks for the post.
@@mycountrylife810 Thanks for replying and yes I would believe the grief, probably from the same people who want cheap food but wont allow the farmers to use herbicides and pesticides, keep up with the posting, I really enjoy it.
Nice phenotype on the red one. I’m very curious. Keep us updated.
Will do!
I watch your channel, I've thought of putting some vines out, but haven't yet. I can't wait till you're making wine.
Hi there. Yes, I shall be doing videos on this later on in the season…. Thanks for watching though.
We have one of those vines that has just a few small twig and they're all the same size. I was hoping one would take off over the others but I guess ill have to choose one to keep so we can make some progress towards the main trellis line. Thought we had a bad vine out of the bunch but you gave us hope!
Yeah it's tempting to dig it up, but just choose one growing tip and let just one develop. Once the roots are bit stronger, you should be ok. Fingers crossed.
For 2nd year vines, I assume it would be much better to keep all the shoots and foilage in order to get a good root development?! Or whats the reason you cut them back? wouldn't it be better doing a rough cut-back in february?! btw, love your videos :-)
Hi there. Good comment. The problem I find is that if you let vines run, they tend to do so in a very uncontrolled manner and fast. Their growth is a sign that the roots are absolutely fine. I am more concerned that the plant above the ground is sufficiently strong and thick enough to survive the winter. By snipping the growing tips it tends to leave one or two thicker canes rather than lots of thinner ones. That said, if other methods work then there is nothing wrong with another method. If a vine is struggling in year two, I think your suggestion would be a good idea. Roots are the key as you say.
regarding the vine with red leaves. It is possible that it has phytoplasma in it (most likely black wood - Bois noir).
Hi there. I’ll have to look that one up. Sounds like I may have to get rid off this one.
I have similar leafs in one of my vines (pinot noire) Some vines nearby get a little bit of red color around veins too and Im curious what is wrong with it and how can I manage the problem. Pinot noire is causing many problems for me, downy mildew being the biggest. I thought copper, sulfur and potassium bicarbonate would be sufficient for avoiding fungal diseases but had to use systemic fungicide recently. Solaris, muscaris, souvigner gris, cabernet cortis on the other hand caused no problems at all. Thanks for the video and keep us updated please:)
Like you, I am hoping I can keep the dreaded moulds away from my Bacchus grapes this year. Last year, we had too many succumb to mildew. This year, I am really concentrating on exposing the developing fruit to sun and air and seeing if that makes the big difference, as some others here have said should. I know that some varieties are more susceptible. Good luck and if you come up with some good solutions, let me know.
Flavescence dorée? Would need a quick reaction in that case...
That’s v interesting. I will investigate…
To me it looks like the red leafed vine has some sort of trunk disease, but odd though as assuming you bought them all at the same time/same place.
Maybe a different variety/age that got mixed in, which just happens to have a disease? Similar to Esca but not quite, worth a Google - it won't be photosynthesing properly
Hi there. I’m , v intrigued. I’ll report back if I get to the bottom of it. Sounds like I need to replace it.
Do you do day tours for tourist?
Hi there. We don’t as yet, but if we do I’ll let you know on the channel. Thanks for your interest, it may be something we do in the future. A
Unfortunately, it looks like the red one has grape leafroll disease
Hi, there. Yeah it definitely has something. I will probably remove it just be safe.