Grape variety Chocolate

The Chocolate grape variety can be found under such names as Taifi resistant or Maradona red. These are all synonyms of the same kind. As for the ripening period of the crop, it is harvested only in the fall.

Therefore, if you are interested in early grape varieties, it is better to plant Aladdin, Augustine, Don Agate or Angelica. However, one cannot speak only about the disadvantages, forgetting about the obvious advantages. So, the Chocolate grape has a fleshy pulp, its cuttings take root easily, and the bush itself is resistant to gray mold damage.

After harvesting, it can be stored in the basement for a long time. It is also suitable for transportation. In general, growing grapes is not as difficult as it seems at first glance. The main thing is to study carefully the variety that you will plant.

For example, grape varieties with dark fruits need a warmer place to grow. This is why mostly white grapes are grown in cooler climates.

As for the soil, the bush grows on any land, except for swampy areas, where salt marshes and groundwater lie near the surface. Taking care of your grapes will be easier if you choose the right place for planting. So, it should be open, sunny and protected from the wind.

Grapes in greenhouses are more susceptible to pest infestation. Although, on the other hand, if it grows outdoors, there is a risk of infection with downy mildew or powdery mildew. If you notice the first signs of a disease developing, immediately spray the plant with Bordeaux liquid or colloidal sulfur, respectively.