Description and subtleties of growing Manicure Finger grapes
Many gardeners grow grape bushes in their summer cottages. There are many varieties of vineyards, but the Manicure Finger grape variety is popular. Before you start growing a hybrid, you need to understand in more detail its characteristic differences and recommendations for cultivation.
Description and characteristics of grapes Manicure finger
To understand the main features of this grape variety, you need to read the description of its characteristics.
Bunch
The main distinguishing feature of the variety is the shape of its ripe fruits. Grape berries have an oblong shape, which is why they are called fingers. The surface of the thin peel at the edges has a yellowish tint, and the tips of the grapes are colored pinkish red. Each ripe grape weighs about ten grams. The pulp of the Finger Manicure is firm and juicy. In this case, a slight crunch appears during the meal.
Yield
People who are going to plant and grow a Manicure Finger in the future are interested in its yield. Some people think that the plant does not bear fruit very well, but this is not the case. On average, twenty kilograms of ripe berries can be collected from each bush. The amount of harvest directly depends on the characteristics of growing grape seedlings. If the vineyard is properly looked after, the yield will increase several times. Therefore, it is necessary to monitor the watering and feeding of seedlings.
Transportability and keeping quality
Some gardeners grow grapes for sale and therefore have to transport them over long distances. Finger Manicure's transportability is not bad; on the way, the grapes do not deteriorate or rot. However, there are certain problems with keeping quality, since the berries become softer a few days after harvesting. To prolong the safety of the harvested fruits, it is necessary to protect them from sunlight.
Under the sun, berries deteriorate many times faster than in shaded areas.
Disease resistance
Gardeners who plan to grow this variety in the future are interested in its resistance to common grape diseases. Finger manicure is considered a disease resistant plant that has a strong immune system. This grape variety never suffers from gray spot or anthracnose.If it is periodically treated with fungicidal compounds, it will never get sick with anything.
Frost resistance
Summer residents living in the northern regions are interested in the frost resistance of grape bushes. This variety cannot boast of excellent frost resistance, as the resistance limit is twenty-two degrees below zero. Therefore, experts recommend covering the plant with a special covering material before the onset of winter frosts.
If the temperature is too low in winter, the plant will have to be grafted onto more frost-resistant stock.
Pros and cons of the variety
Finger manicure, like other plants, has a number of advantages and disadvantages, which should be familiarized with before planting it on the site. The benefits include:
- attractive appearance of ripe fruits;
- high level of productivity;
- taste of berries;
- resistance to disease.
Among the disadvantages of Finger Manicure are the following:
- poor resistance to low temperatures;
- susceptibility to sunburn;
- exacting care.
Growing features
To grow a lot of grapes, you need to familiarize yourself with its main cultivation characteristics.
When to plant
First you need to figure out the timing of planting grape seedlings. Planting grapes can be done both in autumn and spring. If people are going to plant seedlings before early fall, they will have to do so from March 20th to early June. Sometimes planting is transferred to autumn. In this case, the planting work will have to be completed by the end of October, until the winter frosts begin.
Preparing the landing site
Having decided on the timing of planting, you need to start preparing the seat. The plot on which the vineyard will be grown is dug up in advance and cleaned of weed residues. Then all the dug out weeds are burned, and the dug area is fed with mineral and organic fertilizers.
Preparation of seedlings
After preparing the planting site, grape seedlings are harvested. Twenty-four hours before planting, they are placed in a small container of water. This is done so that the plant absorbs enough moisture to acclimate to a new planting site.
Without preliminary soaking, the seedling can quickly die after replanting.
Landing in the soil
Planting grape seedlings is carried out in several stages:
- the formation of a landing pit, the length and width of which is 30-40 centimeters;
- laying pebbles, expanded clay or other material on the bottom to improve drainage;
- adding organic matter and mineral dressings;
- planting a seedling and sprinkling it with soil;
- watering the planted bush.
Care Tips
In order for Manicure Finger to bear fruit well, it is necessary to understand the peculiarities of caring for seedlings.
Fertilizer
In the process of growing grapes, you will have to periodically add fertilizing mixtures to the soil. For the first time, they are introduced into the soil before planting seedlings. Also, experienced gardeners recommend adding more dressings after winter, when the shelter is removed from the bushes. In addition, organic fertilizers are added during the formation of the fruit clusters.
Watering
In summer, the planted grapes are watered with water, since without enough moisture, the seedlings can dry out. It is recommended to moisturize the plant at least once a week. In this case, watering is carried out in the evening, after sunset. Each of the planted bushes consumes 15-20 liters of water.
Pruning
To make the grape berries ripen faster, the bushes are regularly cut.Most often, pruning is done in mid-spring, before budding.
It is necessary to cut off the maximum number of branches on which fruits are not formed.
Disease and pest control
Prolonged heat and humid weather can cause seedlings to develop gray mold. Due to the development of the disease, the fruits become tasteless and begin to rot. To protect the seedlings from diseases, it is necessary to periodically spray them with Bordeaux liquid and take proper care of them.
Harvesting and storage
Ripe fruits are harvested in mid-August, when all the berries are ripe. Collected brushes should be stored in dark rooms, as they deteriorate faster with a lot of light.
Conclusion
Some owners of summer cottages want to grow a Manicure Finger in the garden. However, before planting, it is necessary to study the characteristics of the variety, as well as familiarize yourself with the recommendations for planting.
