What are the advantages and disadvantages of Sapphire grapes? Explained clearly in one article

Sapphire grape is a new grape variety that has emerged in recent years, and it now has a certain planting area in our country. The flesh of Sapphire grapes is relatively firm, fresh, beautiful and sweet. Although the price is relatively high, its market demand remains undiminished. However, Sapphire grapes are not perfect; there are both advantages and certain disadvantages when planting them. Below, the editor will briefly introduce them to everyone. Let's take a look together!

1. Advantages

Short growth period

Compared with common grapes in daily life, the growth period of Sapphire grapes is relatively short. The time from planting to harvest is only about 4 months, while ordinary grape varieties need about 6 months. Sapphire grapes are mainly propagated by 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 Sapphire grapes is very high. Each berry is very plump with rich juice, and the 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.

Fewer dropped berries

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

Strong disease resistance

The disease resistance of common grape varieties is very weak, especially when threatened by pests and diseases. Sapphire grapes, however, have very strong disease resistance, and under normal planting management, bacterial infection rarely occurs. However, if they are in a high-temperature and high-humidity environment for a long time, downy mildew is likely to occur. Therefore, we still need to do a good job of building sheds. They may occasionally be disturbed by aphids, and at that time an appropriate amount of insecticide can be sprayed.

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, where one Sapphire grape can be planted, two ordinary grape varieties can be planted. 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 I hope it can help everyone!