Can vermicompost be used directly to grow grapes?

SummaryVermicompost cannot be used directly to grow grapes; it needs to go through a decomposition process before it can be applied, and during decomposition a large amount of moisture must be maintained for it to ferment completely. Vermicompost after fermentation is very suitable as fertilizer for grapes, and its low cost can save money on buying fertilizer. It is not recommended to apply the fermented vermicompost directly at the grape roots; it is best to use the common ring method for fertilizing.

1. Only decomposed vermicompost can be used as fertilizer for grapes, because vermicompost contains bacteria that will harm the grapes. During fermentation, note that a large amount of moisture must be maintained and it must not dry out; being too dry can easily cause fermentation to fail, and using unsuccessfully fermented vermicompost is very likely to affect and damage the continued growth of the grapes.

2. Decomposed vermicompost is actually quite nutritious; it can not only balance the pH value in the soil, but also provide a large amount of nutrients to the grapevines. This natural fertilizer can promote the development and growth of grape roots and stems, and making fermented vermicompost costs extremely little, which can save growers a great deal of cost, so many farmers are willing to ferment vermicompost into fertilizer.

3. However, when applying decomposed vermicompost, do not directly cover it on the grape roots and stems, because this not only fails to provide nutrients to the grapes, but also causes the grape roots to be burned to death. It is best to dig holes around the roots and stems at a distance of 20 cm and bury the decomposed vermicompost; this method is also a relatively common way of fertilizing.