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The video starts with an introduction to effective grapevine pruning for the second year. It emphasizes the importance of cleaning pruning shears with alcohol before starting. The core of the video will be a set of fixed rules for pruning all grape varieties, including specific bud counts for each type, making it a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to prune their grapevines successfully.
The video explains the different parts of a grapevine: the 'grandmother' (main trunk, rough bark, does not bear fruit), the 'daughter' (emerges from the grandmother, slightly rough bark, also does not bear fruit), and the 'granddaughter' (young, smooth brown branches, bears fruit). The concept of renewal pruning is introduced for 'daughters' by leaving one bud to grow a new 'granddaughter' for future fruiting.
Two main rules for pruning are highlighted: remove any branches growing downwards and any branches growing directly upwards. The video also discusses shaping the vine on a trellis, suggesting directing main branches in specific directions and using ties to fix their position for logical growth and optimal spread.
A detailed table is presented showing the optimal number of buds to leave on 'granddaughter' branches for various grape varieties: Sultanine (10-12 buds), Early Superior (6-8 buds), Alphonse Lavallée (2-4 buds), Red Globe (4-6 buds), Zayni (3-4 buds), Baladi (4-6 buds), Halawani (6-8 buds), Dabouki (4-8 buds), and Beiruti (6-8 buds).
If the grape variety is unknown, the gardener should perform 'mixed pruning'. This involves pruning different 'granddaughter' branches to varying bud counts (e.g., 4-8, 2-4, 11, 6, 4) to ensure some fruit production. This method helps identify the variety in the next season, allowing for uniform pruning thereafter. It is important to prune long 'granddaughter' branches according to the recommended bud count, rather than leaving them excessively long.
The best time to prune grapevines is approximately two weeks after all leaves have fallen from the vine. The video stresses that relying on specific dates is not effective due to regional climate variations. Instead, observe the vine and prune two weeks after leaf fall. This typically occurs in late December in some regions, but could be later in colder areas.
The video concludes by reiterating the pruning steps: remove upward and downward growing branches, distribute remaining branches, and prune 'granddaughter' branches to the specified bud count based on whether they are new growth from a two-year-old 'daughter' (continuous) or directly from the 'grandmother' (renewal, leaving one bud). The presenter hopes the comprehensive guide answers all questions and encourages viewers to pray for the Prophet Muhammad and subscribe to the channel for support.