Pruning Complete. Now On To Tying.

26 Mar Pruning Complete. Now On To Tying.

So we wrapped up pruning and tying trunks over a month ago and we were waiting for some “warmer” weather to begin tying canes to the fruiting wire.  Normally, I like to tie canes once we get into the 40’s and 50’s because the canes bend easier and you have less issues with breakage.  It also requires a little more dexterity than pruning and exposing those fingers to winter elements can sometimes be unbearable.  Unfortunately, this winter decided to stick around a fair bit longer than in winter pasts (so much for that groundhog in Punxsutawney).

With the first day of spring arriving last week, we are hopeful that these winter temperatures are not going to be around much longer.  We noticed much more chatting from the birds this past weekend and the vine canes are bending a little easier.  Thus, we decided to get back on track in the vineyard and start to wrap up tying for the season.  We expect to be done in the next couple of weeks, so keep your fingers crossed for spring-like temperatures.