How to Take Care of the Seedless Lakemont Plant

Plant your Lakemont grape seedlings in well-drained soil on a southern slope or side of a building in the early spring. According to the University of Minnesota Extension, this area provides the seedlings with the warmth and sunlight they require to thrive. Dig holes approximately 3 to 4 feet apart and 8 to 10 inches deep that are large enough to accommodate the growing root ball.

Fertilize the growing plant with a phosphorous-rich product according to the package directions. The Ohio State University Extension recommends applying 8 ounces of the fertilizer to each stalk one week after planting. The Lakemont grape’s needs change as the plant matures. According to the Ohio State University Extension, the individual plant requires 1 pound of fertilizer the following year and 1 1/2 pounds every year after that. The fertilizer is applied 30 days before the spring’s first new growth.

Provide a healthy drink of water to each plant once weekly. The water must penetrate the soil to the depth of the root ball, or at least 6 to 7 inches. Avoid over-watering your Lakemont grape plants to prevent damaging the root ball.

Prune the Lakemont seedless grape plants during the late dormant season, which generally occurs in late February or early March. Begin by removing any dead or decaying branches with sharp pruning shears. Avoid removing over one-third of the plant’s overall growth at a time. Instead, prune in stages to encourage new growth.

Harvest the grapes when they reach their full growth and sweetness. Watch the grapes carefully and taste one before gently pulling the individual clusters away from the main stems.