What can happen to grapevines if they miss their dormant period?

If grapevines miss their dormant period, the result can often lead to them yielding multiple crops in a season, especially if conditions allow. The dormant period is crucial for grapevines as it helps them conserve energy and resources, preparing them for the forthcoming growing season. When they do not undergo this dormancy, they might produce additional growth phases, potentially leading to a cycle of flowering and fruiting that allows for more than one harvest per year.

However, this situation can also lead to a decrease in fruit quality as the vine might not allocate enough resources to fully develop each crop. In contrast, without dormancy, the vine may struggle to build the necessary physiological resilience, ultimately affecting its long-term health and productivity. Therefore, while multiple cropping may be a direct outcome of missing the dormant period, it does not guarantee high-quality grapes or long-term vitality for the plant.