Trellis System: As a climbing vine, vanilla needs support to reach its full potential. We use hardwood stakes to do this in a consistent manageable way. Living trees can also be used provided the vine is carefully managed to prevent growing too high to pollinate and harvest.
Spacing: 1m meters between vines is recommended for airflow and accessibility. With good flow and our high roof shadehouse, BNV has set 0.9m spacing for increased production targets
Soil health: Well draining and nutrient rich soil is essential for success. Mulch cover is vital for vanilla’s shallow roots which run just below the surface. The addition of biochar, and/or compost (seed-free) is beneficial