Fact Sheet
Year of Planting: Nutrient Management
Just as animals require minerals and nutrients, plants also require minerals and nutrients for proper growth and fruit development and maturity. Soil type, pH, and drainage all play important roles in nutrient availability for vine uptake.
The key elements in grape production are nitrogen (N), potassium (K), calcium (Ca), phosphorous (P), and magnesium (Mg) (Table 1).
Resources
- Christensen, L.P., Dokoozlian, N., Walker, M.A., Wolpert, J.A. (eds.). 2003. Wine Grape Varieties in California. University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources, Publication 3419.
- Wolf, T. et.al. 2008. Wine Grape Production Guide for Eastern North America. Cooperative Extension NRAES:145.
Content
- Dr. Terry Bates, Director, Cornell Lake Erie Research and Extension Laboratory, Senior Viticulture Research Associate, Cornell University Department of Horticultural Sciences
- Dr. Jodi Creasap Gee, Viticulture Extension Educator, Lake Erie Regional Grape Program