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Grape

Vitis vinifera

Grapes are a fruit-bearing vine that belong to the family Vitaceae. They are cultivated for their edible fruit, which can be eaten fresh or used to produce wine, juice, and raisins. Grapes are characterized by their clusters of small, round berries that can vary in color from green to red to black. They are important for both commercial and home gardening due to their versatility and economic value.

Calculate System for Grape
450.00–700.00mm
Water Need
120 days
Season
50.00–100.00cm
Root Depth
20,000 kg/ha
Yield
3,333
Plants/ha

Growth Stages

Season: Apr – Aug (120 days)

Initial
Kc 0.400
30 days
Development
Kc 0.700
40 days
Mid-Season
Kc 1.000
40 days
Late
Kc 0.800
10 days

Grapes require support structures such as trellises for optimal growth. There are numerous varieties, each with unique flavor profiles and growing requirements. Disease management is crucial, particularly for fungal infections.

Water Requirements

Season Total: 450.00700.00 mm
Water Stress Sensitivity: High
Salt Tolerance: Low
Water Productivity: 12.000 kg/m³

Recommended Methods

Drip Irrigation90.00%Furrow Irrigation50.00%

Soil Compatibility

Optimal pH range: 6.0 – 7.5

Sandy Loam
AWC100.00mm/m
Drainagegood
Drainage: Well-drained soils preferred
Organic Matter: 3.00%
Soil should be tested for pH and nutrient levels before planting. Amendments may be necessary to achieve optimal conditions.

Climate Compatibility

Temperature range: 15.0°C – 30.0°C

Temperate Continental
ETo: 1.006.00 mm/day
Temp: -20.0°C – 30.0°C
Frost: high
Mediterranean
ETo: 3.007.00 mm/day
Temp: 5.0°C – 35.0°C
Frost: low
Frost Tolerance: Low frost tolerance
Heat Tolerance: High heat tolerance
Grapes require a long growing season with warm temperatures. Protecting young vines from late spring frosts is essential.

Planting Layout

300.00cm
Row Spacing
100.00cm
Plant Spacing
3,333
Plants per ha

Nutrient Requirements (kg/ha)

Nitrogen (N)100 kg/ha
Phosphorus (P)50 kg/ha
Potassium (K)150 kg/ha
30
Calcium (Ca) kg/ha
20
Magnesium (Mg) kg/ha
15
Sulfur (S) kg/ha
Schedule: Apply nitrogen in early spring and potassium before flowering.
Organic Matter: 3-5% organic matter recommended

Yield Information

20,000
kg/ha
3.000
kg/plant
0.500
Harvest Index
Quality Factors: Sugar content, acidity, berry size, and color

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