Do you find it boring when you wait for your plants to grow and bear fruits? Why don't you grow grapes? They are more difficult to grow, but such builds up the excitement. Growing grapes at home from your backyard might be the perfect hobby for you.

 

First, you have to know how you want the grapes to be utilized. Do you want them to make a fresh fruit drink, a natural jelly, homemade wine, or just for plain munching. Some kinds of grapes are only good for eating, and some are just good for making wine. Then think about your local climate. Is it freezing during the winter? Or are you soaking wet with sweat during the summer? Not all kinds of grapes can take very cold or hot seasons. Lastly, check your garden or backyard if it is suitable for grape planting. A slant area will be enough; just put a good drainage system nearby. The sun's rays must reach every corner of the area for the grape vines to grow healthy. Avoid pests, plant infections, and cold air.

 

Growing grapes in your backyard will not be complete without planting the grapes. You must dig holes 8 to 10 feet apart from each other to let the grape roots expand. Stake poles and tie the grape vines on these to make the plants stand tall. Water the grapes everyday in the first month so that the grapes will take root in the soil.

 

Then, to grow grapes in your backyard you must have trellises settled horizontally three feet above the plants and two feet afterwards. This will be a guide for the grape branches to cling to. When the grape vines reach the first trellis, train them by putting the tip on top. It takes weeks for the plant to get used to it. Every winter, cut almost every leaves of the grape vines to allow growth for next year.

 

After three years, the grapes in your backyard are ready for harvest. Don't reap the fruits too early, or the grapes will taste very sour. Wait for the red colors to come. Taste one fruit or use a sweetness test equipment to see if it is sweet enough. If it is, reap all the fruits. Growing grapes is a very physical challenge, but you will be proud of yourself when you see the results.