I am planning on planting an acre of grapes this spring. I am doing soil tests this week to confirm the make up of the soil. From records off the NRCS I know the soil is a sandy loam soil. Speaking with a farmer in the area whose family has farmed the soil for over 6 generations said the soil is a sandy mixture with a ph from 6.8 to 7.2. While I wait to get the soil tests completed to confirm the makeup of the soil, I was wondering peoples thoughts if I need to reduce this soil ph?
Also, I am planning on having the soil chisele plowed and leveled by the farmer. My research has me leaning towards companion grass for a ground cover. I know the ideal situation would have been to start this in the fall, but the opportunity arose to get it taken care of this spring. Will I be alright starting the vines and companion grass given the soil is not an issue? The land is mainly level with a slope in a few areas.
Thanks
Also, I am planning on having the soil chisele plowed and leveled by the farmer. My research has me leaning towards companion grass for a ground cover. I know the ideal situation would have been to start this in the fall, but the opportunity arose to get it taken care of this spring. Will I be alright starting the vines and companion grass given the soil is not an issue? The land is mainly level with a slope in a few areas.
Thanks