Regeneration of perennial plants, the case of grapevines | Guy Kastler and Pierre Masson

This work is the result of years of reflection and experimentation. It draws from Rudolf Steiner's work the indications that could lead to the regeneration of cultivated plants. In this case, it is particularly focused on the vine, but many perennial plants (fruit trees, small fruit bushes, olive trees, etc.) are also concerned. Indeed, the growing conditions, the frequent lack of adaptation to the environment, the West-East transfers, and systematic multiplication through vegetative propagation all contribute to weakening them. The first part of this book provides a critical look at the current state of the vine, its cultivation, and reproduction. The second part offers perspectives for working on the regeneration of this plant. The reader will find both the theoretical foundations and the practical aspects that formed the basis of our work hypotheses on this subject. They will also find technical data to implement regeneration trials through eye or bud seeding in their own context.