The Earth Care Notebooks - Booklet 3 (French edition): Viticulture - Arboriculture by Pierre and Vincent Masson

During a period of vegetative rest, the care provided to the Vines and fruit trees are essential for preparing a vigorous growth in the spring. This work of Pierre and Vincent Masson, from the series The Earth Care Notebooks, propose a detailed approach and biodynamic of the Coatings, plasters, and natural treatments to protect the plantations from diseases and enhance their vitality.

I. Washes and Coatings: Fundamental Principles

Before applying a whitewash, it is important to understand its role and its effects on the Trunk and vines, considered as Revitalized raised floors. This approach allows for effective protection against external threats and promotes wood regeneration.

1. The Role of Whitewashes

The whitewashes act as a protective barrier, reducing the impact of pests and harsh climatic conditions. They also stimulate the natural healing processes of the wood.

2. Ingredients used

The presented recipes use natural ingredients such as:

• Clay, for its antiseptic and remineralizing properties
• Cow dung, key element of biodynamics
• Horsetail decoctions, rich in silica and beneficial for strengthening plant tissues

II. Traditional and Modern Recipes and Methods

The book details several recipes tested by experts in biodynamics and viticulture :

1. Traditional recipes

• Alex Podolinsky's method
• Bouchet's coating water, inspired by Maria Thun
• Biodynamic trunk coating and winter wood treatment

2. Recent adaptations

• Frédéric Lafarge's Coatings – Domaine Michel Lafarge
• François Duvivier's Badigeons – Domaine d’Angerville

III. Treatment of Large Wounds

Wounds of size are entry points for many wood diseases. The application ofnatural coatings made from clay and cow dung allows for quick and effective healing.

IV. Application and Practices

The authors explain the preparation of ingredients, the Good way to spray and the ideal conditions of application to ensure maximum effectiveness.

V. Horsetail Decoction - Preparation 508

This biodynamic preparation is an essential complement to winter care. The book describes:

• Theoretical principles and benefits
• The development and specific recipes
• The best application periods, particularly before the full moon of Easter

Book Features

• Title : Viticulture - Arboriculture, care for vines and trees during the dormant period
• Authors : Pierre & Vincent Masson
• Editor : Soin de la Terre - BioDynamie Services
• Collection : The Earth Care Notebooks
• Publication date December 31, 2016
• Number of pages : 28
• Dimensions : 21 x 15 cm
• Weight : 100 g
• Language : French
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• ISBN : 979-10-95510-00-0