What are the latest advantages and disadvantages of Sapphire grapes?

Sapphire grape is a new grape variety that has emerged in recent years, and it now has a certain planted area in our country. The flesh of the Sapphire grape is relatively firm, delicious and sweet; although the price is also relatively high, its market demand remains undiminished. However, the Sapphire grape is not perfect; when growing it there are advantages and also certain disadvantages. Below, the editor will give you a brief introduction. Let's take a look together!

1. Advantages

Short growth period

Compared with grapes commonly seen in daily life, the growth period of the Sapphire grape is relatively short. From planting to harvest, it takes only about 4 months, while ordinary grape varieties need about 6 months. The main propagation method for Sapphire grapes is grafting, which begins in April each year; after the growth period from May to July, the fruit begins to change color in early August, and by the end of the month the fruit is basically ripe.

Good fruit quality

The fruit quality of the Sapphire grape is very high. Each berry is very plump with abundant juice, and its shape is oval, larger than ordinary grape varieties. Sapphire grapes have a high sugar content, nearly 4 times higher than ordinary grapes, and taste sweet and delicious. In addition, Sapphire grapes have no seeds, so they are not as troublesome to eat as ordinary grapes. These characteristics are unique to Sapphire grapes and are not found in some common varieties.

Little fruit drop

Sapphire grapes not only have a short growth period, but their yield is also very high. Common ordinary grape varieties often experience fruit drop during cultivation, while Sapphire grapes have very little fruit drop. After ripening, they basically do not fall, and the fruit rarely shows rotten tips. Compared with ordinary grape varieties, they naturally drop fruit about 7 days after ripening. Sapphire grapes, however, can hang on the vine for as long as a month after ripening.

Strong disease resistance

Common grape varieties have very weak disease resistance, especially when threatened by pests and diseases. Sapphire grapes, however, have very strong disease resistance; under normal cultivation and management, pathogen infection rarely occurs. However, if they are kept in a high-temperature, high-humidity environment for a long time, downy mildew is likely to occur. Therefore, we still need to do a good job of building shelters; occasionally they may be disturbed by aphids, and at that time insecticides can be sprayed appropriately.

2. Disadvantages

As just mentioned, the growth cycle of Sapphire grapes is relatively short, so when planting we must pay attention to the planting density and must not plant them densely. If large-scale planting is needed, then a larger area of land is required. Generally, under the same planting area, the space for one Sapphire grape can be used to plant two ordinary grape varieties. In addition, the price of Sapphire grape seedlings is relatively high, and sales channels are also a problem, so everyone must pay close attention before planting.

The above is a brief introduction to the advantages and disadvantages of Sapphire grapes. The advantages and disadvantages of Sapphire grapes are also their planting advantages and risks, so when planting we must pay close attention and must not proceed blindly. That is all for today's introduction. This article is for reference only, and we hope it can help everyone!