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November 14th, 2025

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Planting Grapevine
 
News of the week: Autumn is the perfect season to plant grapevines
 
The arrival of autumn - and the end of the year – marks the perfect moment to plant new grapevines. The dormancy period is crucial and ensures a good growth in spring. Planting now allows the grapevine to develop its root system during winter, which gives it a significant advantage on plantations done in spring.
 
Plant of the week: The Grapevine
Guide of plantation:
 
  • Time of year: : November/December is ideal, as long as the soil is not frozen or waterlogged.
  • Place : Grapevines love the sun! Choose a South or South-East exposure, well sheltered from the wind. A wall or a trellis in the sun is perfect.
  • Soil : Opt for well-drained soil. Grapevines do not like stagnant water. They adapt very well to limestone or rocky soil..
  • The hole : Dig a hole of about 50 cm in width and depth. If the soil is heavy, you may add some sand and compost to lighten it..
  • Positioning : Place the plant in the hole and make sure the graft union – the small bulge between the stem and the roots- is just above soil level..
  • Pruning : After the first year, prune severely the new growth. Keep only one or two branches and 1 or 2 buds in order to strengthen the foot of the vine.
  • Training : Place a stake or guide the young vine towards its final support - trellis, pergola, etc.
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Our selection :

If you are a beginner, some varieties are famous for their hardiness and cold tolerance.
 
Muscat Bleu
Muscat Bleu
Often recommended – good disease resistance and musky scent.
Muscat Bleu
 
Strawberry Vine - white
Strawberry Vine - white
Very hardy and easy to grow, it is perfect for amateurs.
Strawberry Vine - white
 
Strawberry Vine - black
Strawberry Vine - black
Very hardy and easy to grow, it is perfect for amateurs.
Strawberry Vine - black
 
Chasselas Doré
Chasselas Doré
A reliable and classic grapevine, although less resistant to disease than the previous two. It is generally very productive and adapts well.
Chasselas Doré
 
Muscat de Hambourg
Muscat de Hambourg
The Muscat de Hambourg is one of the most appreciated black grapes thanks to its excellent musky taste.
Muscat de Hambourg
 
 
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