There is nothing unusual in the fact that a grape seedling does not take root and dries up after planting. It is a completely common phenomenon that can be caused by agricultural errors, bad weather, diseases or pest attacks.
It remains to be seen whether to save the old seedling or run for a new one before it’s too late.
Here are just a few of the main mistakes that can cause grapes to dry out.
1. Watering grapes
Incorrect watering can be excessive or insufficient. However, drought cannot cause more harm than overwatering.
If the roots start to rot, it is unlikely that the vine will be saved. If the weather is moderately rainy, then 2-3 waterings per season may be enough for adult grapes. But not in young years. Saplings are watered 1-2 times a month so that the water penetrates 40 cm deep.
2. The Sun
There should not be too much or too little of it - it is better in moderation. Under direct sunlight in the heat, the seedling can dry out, the soil can overheat, the leaves will get burnt, and then they will fall off. Therefore, in extreme heat, the amount of watering is increased, in the heat, sprinkling is practiced, after watering, the soil is loosened and mulch (straw or mown grass) is added.
3. Fertilizer
By adding all the additives when planting, you can forget about fertilizing the grapes for 2-3 years. But in poor soil, this reserve will quickly run out and the grapes may begin to dry out. Additives with a high nitrogen content will help:
manure infusion (1 liter of fertilizer per 10 liters of water and leave for 7 days in a warm place),
chicken manure infusion (according to the same scheme, but 1:20).
Additives are added at the rate of 1 bucket per bush.
You can dissolve 30-50 g of urea (carbamide) in 10 liters of water – 1-3 buckets per bush.
4. Pests and diseases
The most common diseases that affect the vine are mildew, oidium, and powdery mildew. Chemicals (1% Bordeaux mixture) or biofungicides (Fitosporin, Baktofit, Sporobacterin) are used.
The most common pest is the spider mite. The preparations "Aliot", "Diflomait" or the biological preparation "Fitoverm" (effective only at an early stage) are used against it.
