Chinese bramble grape (Vitis davidii)

Chinese bramble grape

Chinese bramble grape is a deciduous climbing vine famed for its robust climbing habit, using tendrils to anchor to structures and trees. It flourishes in temperate regions, sporting large leaves and small clusters of black-purple grapes that nurture wildlife. Unique for its resilience, chinese bramble grape adapts well to varied soils, embodying a vigorous aspect of its native woodland edges.

Scientific classification

Species

Chinese bramble grape (Vitis davidii)

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Perennial

Lifespan

Vine

Plant Type

Deciduous

Leaf type

Care Guide for Chinese bramble grape

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: After sprouting, fertilize and irrigate chinese bramble grape. Water every 10-12 days as fruit expands, reducing water once grapes color to prevent cracking. Post-harvest, water to restore vigor. For potted chinese bramble grape, maintain moist soil inside, droughty surface, and adjust watering in hot or rainy conditions.

Fertilize: Chinese bramble grape requires careful nutrient management before planting, including phosphate (0-45-0) for phosphorus, potassium sulfate for potassium, and Epsom salts for magnesium. Apply limited fertilizer (10-10-10) in the second year during budding, and consider organic options in winter. Monitor for potassium deficiencies and ensure trace elements like zinc and boron are applied before flowering.

Pruning: Pruning chinese bramble grape is crucial for growth and pest control. Key practices include bud picking, flower thinning, and winter pruning. Maintain strong buds, thin flower spikes before blooming, and prune axillary shoots in young plants. Apply protective agents to larger wounds and dispose of cuttings properly.

Propagation: The primary propagation method for chinese bramble grape is hardwood cuttings taken at winter's end. Use 50 cm cuttings from thick, lignified branches. Store in moist soil and refrigerate until thawed. Plant cuttings vertically with the top bud exposed, ensuring consistent soil moisture until rooting occurs.

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