When is the best time to take grape cuttings? How to make cuttings with high survival rate?

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1. Cutting time

2. Cutting method

Its cuttings can be selected in both spring and summer. Spring is from March to April, and summer is between June and July. However, comparing the two time periods, summer is the best. Because the temperature and humidity in summer are more suitable, it is conducive to rooting, is also beneficial to later growth, and is easy to manage. In addition, you must also pay attention to the cutting method. The survival rate will be higher if the method is correct.

1. Cutting time

It can be done in summer or spring. Summer is between June and July, and spring is between March and April. It is best to choose these two time periods in summer, as the climate is more suitable and the humidity is high, which is more conducive to rooting, the rooting speed is fast, and the survival rate will be higher. Of course, you should also pay attention to the cutting method.

2. Cutting Method

1 2. Select cuttings: When cutting, you should choose new branches that have become lignified and have strong germination ability. Choose ones that are free from diseases and insect pests. Cut them into small sections of about 20-30 cm. Cut the upper end into a flat opening and the bottom into an oblique opening. Also cut off the upper leaves, leaving only two. Be careful not to touch the buds. Soaking the roots in water before inserting can promote faster rooting.

2. Soil preparation: Prepare the soil before planting. Deeply plow the land and make a furrow about one meter wide. Pay attention to the soil quality and ensure it is loose and has good drainage. It can be mixed with an appropriate amount of sand to improve drainage and air permeability, which is beneficial to root growth.

3. Insert the cuttings into the soil: Cuttings can be made after the ground is well prepared. The method is very simple, just insert the cuttings diagonally into the soil. Pay attention to the density of cuttings, with two or three rows in each border, and the distance between each cutting is 7-8 cm. Also be careful not to dig it too deep into the soil and the leaves should be exposed. After planting, plant it firmly, water it thoroughly, and keep it warm and moisturized. It will take about half a month for roots to take root.

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