Eric Stafne, Mississippi State University
…Quality Guidelines for Grapevine Nursery Stock
#1 Grapevines Dormant Rootings Dormant Benchgrafts Green Growing Benchgrafts #2 Grapevines, Jumbos, & Substandards For More Information
Jim Wolpert and Andy Walker, University of California, Davis
Adapted from a three-part article that appeared in American Vineyard magazine, April, May, and …
Chip Budding
Scion Wood Preparation Chip Budding Prep Chip Budding Process Care for Grafted Vines Advantages & Disadvantages For more information
Mercy Olmstead, University of Florida and Markus Keller, Washington State University
Introduction
Figure 1. Omega bench grafting of grapevines. Photo by
Grafting Grape Vines
Cleft grafts Bark grafts Whip grafts Budding More info
Eric Stafne, Mississippi State University
Grafting or budding is an asexual propagation technique. This is the process of placing a shoot system (a scion) of one cultivar or species on …
Factors to Consider when Selecting Grapevine Rootstocks
Why use rootstocks? Pest resistance Abiotic factors Propagation Scion growth control More info
Jim Wolpert, University of California, Davis
When to Use Rootstocks
Rootstocks are used in vineyards when site conditions necessitate. They are rarely used in the absence of …
Common Miscommunication Problems between Grape Growers and Nursery Plant Suppliers
Short or no delivery Obtaining accurate source records Poorly graded material Off-type plants in order Cancellations & changes Late planting Diseased scion wood Poor establishment For more information
Jim Wolpert and Andy Walker, University of California, Davis
Adapted from a …
Ordering Grapevine Cuttings and Plants from Nurseries
Types of Planting Materials Lead Times when Ordering More Info
Jim Wolpert and Andy Walker, University of California, Davis
Adapted from a three-part article that appeared in American Vineyard magazine, April, May and June, 1996.
The foundation of a good …
Planting Grapevines
Bare-Root Vines Timing Nursery Stock & Standards More Info
Eric Stafne, Mississippi State University
This article will answer the following basic questions:
- How do I plant a grape vine?
- What is the best time of year to plant grapes?
- When
Parts of the Grape Vine: Roots
Why use rootstocks? What roots do For more information
Ed Hellman, Texas AgriLife Extension
Grafted vine, showing rootstock, scion, and graft union. Image courtesy of Eric Stafne, Mississippi State University.
Grapevines can be grown on their own root systems (own-rooted …