Introduction to Grape Growing Class for 2007 For: Anyone interested in starting a vineyard, or a few vines in the back yard, or just learning about grapes When: Saturday March 10th 9-12 am and Saturday March 17th 9-12 am Two different Sessions, 6 hours total Where: University of Missouri St. Charles County Extension Center 260 Brown Rd, St. Peters MO 63376 Click Here for Brochure Fee: $40 per person (second family member half price)
Includes: refreshments, copy of slides, and other handouts Proceeds: will go to establish a demonstration vineyard on the Extension Center Grounds Instructor: Paul Hendricks, Master Gardener, long time grape grower and winemaker To register: Phone (636) 970 3000 Topics: History of Grapes & Wine in Missouri The Impact of the Phylloxera Epidemic in France Grape Classifications & Characteristics, Site & Soil preparation, Vineyard layout, Vine Structure and Terminology, Development of Hybrids, Variety Selection, Planting Vines, Trellis $ Training Systems, Pruning Principles, Fertilization & Irrigation, Harvest Criteria, Pest Control, Wildlife Control Propagating Vines