How to Transplant Grapes

Transplanting grapes is a very risky procedure. The younger the grape vine the better. A 3- or 4-year old grape vine will not suffer the same shock a hundred year old grape vine will suffer. Grapes can be successfully transplanted, but it will require great care and patience.

Things You'll Need

• Pruning shears
• Shovel
• Fertilizer
• Water

Instructions

1. Prune back the grape vine to be transplanted to two or three strong vines.

2. Position the shovel one foot away from the base of the grape vine. Dig a hole at least one foot deep in a circular pattern around the grapevine.

3. Angle the shovel to dig the bottom of the root ball out.

4. Lift the root ball of the grape vine out of the soil.

5. Prepare the soil of the grape vines new location by digging a hole and preparing the soil with fertilizer.

6. Place the grape vine into its new location. Cover with the prepared soil. Water thoroughly.

Tips & Warnings

• It is best to transplant grapes right before they go dormant in the fall.

• Older grape vines may not survive the shock of being transplanted.