I didn't want to hijack Appleman's 'bud-break' thread, but I'm curious if there is more I can be doing this time of year "in the vinyard." And, I didn't see any other logical place to ask these questions.
I've got the fence/deer issue covered, but one thing I'm wondering about is pre- (and post) emergent spraying for weed control. Appleman, I know you're "certified" but is there something I can do at this point with the weeds that seem to have been growing under the snow!
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Another issue: I'm considering putting down a cedar-bark mulch for weed control between my rows (the path on which I walk) -- NOT around the vines. Right now that's just dirt (and weeds, too!) Would the cedar (untreated) put something into the soil I'm not thinking about that might affect taste/grapes? Might there be other options?
Any and all thoughts appreciated!
I've got the fence/deer issue covered, but one thing I'm wondering about is pre- (and post) emergent spraying for weed control. Appleman, I know you're "certified" but is there something I can do at this point with the weeds that seem to have been growing under the snow!
Another issue: I'm considering putting down a cedar-bark mulch for weed control between my rows (the path on which I walk) -- NOT around the vines. Right now that's just dirt (and weeds, too!) Would the cedar (untreated) put something into the soil I'm not thinking about that might affect taste/grapes? Might there be other options?
Any and all thoughts appreciated!