Welcome to the final stage of our vine production process at Sunridge Nurseries! Here, we witness the transition as our vines move into their starter homes, setting the stage for their continued growth until you, our valued clients, are ready to plant them in your vineyards. As a recap, this stage follows the callousing chamber, where our grafted vines established roots and allowed time to fully heal its graft union. In this segment, we delve into the planting techniques tailored for both dormant bareroot and potted vines.  Part 4 Depending on whether the order is for a potted or dormant vine, the following process will vary. Potted vines will be placed in a greenhouse for growth, while dormant vines will be planted in our outdoor nursery to be grown and dug the following season.  Potted vines are planted in our custom, high quality, potting soil in a greenhouse and grown here for 6-8 weeks. During this time, and throughout the remaining growing process through irrigation,

Welcome to part three of our vine production process! As we progress into the next phase of vine callousing and plant preparation, it is becoming increasingly evident how intricate and meticulous the entire procedure is for each vine. Our skilled team takes immense pride in every stage of vine production. For those just joining in, let’s take a moment to recap: we have successfully harvested the cuttings, treated them, disbudded, and navigated the crucial grafting stage. Now, we are entering a pivotal phase focused on the preparations necessary to ensure that these vines not only thrive but flourish in the future. This stage is vital, and we are eager to share how our careful planning and innovative methods will lay the groundwork for a successful vineyard. Part 3 The grafted vines are placed into callus trays with custom media that includes peat moss, a proprietary mix of Trichoderma and other beneficial microbes. The vines are carefully packed into two layers and enveloped in a

Welcome to part two of our vine production outline! We are thrilled to have you on this journey through the fascinating world of grapevine propagation! We trust that our last e-blast was not just informative but also sparked some interest for what comes next. As we dive into the stage of grafting, we want to remind you there is still time to contact us to secure your 2025 potted greenvine / 2026 dormant bareroot orders! We are in the midst of grafting and have just begun producing custom orders for 2026. Contact our dedicated sales team today to ensure we can fulfill your requests and provide support tailored to your specific needs.  Part 2 Following disbudding, the rootstock and scionwood for the grafted order is then sent to soak in a custom quaternary ammonium salt disinfectant for 4 hours, as a second method for sanitation. Prior to grafting, the rootstock is given a fresh cut to the bottom of the vine to stimulate root growth. The scionwood is either cut manually or by our F

Deadline to Register for VIN 212 Winter Viticulture Technology This deadline is quickly approaching...register before 12/15/2022 on the VESTA website www.vesta-usa.org. This course is designed to provide students initiated in the field of viticulture practical experience in winter vineyard operations. Students are required to partner with an approved vineyard to participate in the required field experience portion of the course which will serve as work experience for those seeking employment in commercial viticulture. Prerequisite: VIN 111 Introduction to Viticulture