Planting home vineyard

I have a pretty good spot picked out, but one end of the planting will come close to an existing apple tree. Should I be concerned about this or will the apple tree have no effect on my grapes?

Thanks

SHADE from any source is a problem - otherwise, I don't see a problem. Perhaps others can share opinions or advice.

SR,

I agree with Paul. It's not so much the tree, but its shade that you need to consider. If it's to the north, no big deal. If it's to the south, it's a considerable problem. East & west are moderately critical. I have all four situations between my two little plots, and the northern trees are by far the least problems. In any case, plant where you need to, and hope for the best.

Also consider whether the tree attracts deer & other vine munchers.

Luck, Mike MTM

Trees attract birds. Birds like grapes (and tomatoes, as I've discovered). Also, trees are thirsty creatures, and their roots spread far and wide. Grape vines are also thirsty creatures, but in a contest between tree and vine, the tree will win. On the other hand, an ancient method of growing grapes was to allow the vine to climb and twist about a tree trunk, so it must depend on the tree.

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I have a pretty good spot picked out, but one end of the planting will come close to an existing apple tree. Should I be concerned about this or will the apple tree have no effect on my grapes?

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