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Default grapegrowers question: Vine fertilization protocol

AxisOfBeagles wrote:

> And when do you fertilize, Paul? Is it annual,
> bi-annual, or more often? Do you apply through
> your drip, direct to soil, foliar spray, or some
> combination?
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> On 2007-12-26 13:32:53 -0800, "Paul E. Lehmann"
> > said:
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>> AxisOfBeagles wrote:
>>
>>> I'm interested in finding out from other
>>> growers what their fertilizing practicies are;
>>>
>>> * When do you fertilize?
>>> * With what fertilizers?
>>> * How much?
>>> * How applied?
>>>
>>> Also helpful to know where you are soil type,
>>> how you determine your fertilizing needs, etc.

>>
>> I base my program on soil and petiole sample
>> analysis and go by their (Penn State)
>> recommendations


I believe it is best to fertilize in early fall
since the roots are still growing even though
there is no top growth. I apply direct to soil.
I am not an expert. It is best to get with your
county ag office.
 
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