vineyard planting & installation
Giving your vineyard a strong start
Once your land is confirmed as suitable for viticulture, the next step is establishing your vineyard on the ground: preparing the soil, planting your vines by hand or machine, and installing a trellising system.
At VineWorks, we deliver complete vineyard installation services across the UK, using our own equipment and experienced teams.
Our focus is simple: do the job properly and give your vineyard a strong start.
GROUND PREPARATION
Good vineyard establishment starts below ground. Proper preparation supports soil structure, drainage and long-term vine performance.
Following soil analysis and site evaluation, we deliver a tailored ground preparation programme. Depending on your site, this may include:
- Compaction relief and subsoiling
- Drainage installation
- Targeted weed control
- Nutrient and pH adjustments guided by agronomic advice
We use specialist equipment, including the Viti-Till strip cultivation machine, to prepare planting rows accurately and consistently. This helps support root development, water movement and more uniform vine establishment.
VITI-TILL
Developed with Wagner Pflanzen-Technik and introduced by VineWorks in 2025, Viti-Till is a purpose-built strip cultivation system designed for UK vineyard conditions.
It cultivates a defined strip, typically 50–100cm wide and 30–50cm deep, aligned with GPS-guided planting. This enables accurate machine planting while leaving over 60% of the soil undisturbed.
By concentrating cultivation on the planting rows, Viti-Till limits soil disturbance across the wider site, helping preserve soil structure, organic matter and biological activity.
Watch the video below to see Viti-Till in action.
WATCH: MORE ABOUT VINEWORKS' VITI-TILL STRIP SOIL CULTIVATION MACHINE
PLANTING VINES
We use GPS-guided planting machines for accuracy and consistency. Straight rows, even spacing and correct planting depth support vineyard performance and easier long-term management.
Alongside our UK-based team, we work with experienced German planting partners. Their additional machinery and expertise help reduce the risk of weather or equipment delays during critical planting windows.
Where machine planting isn’t practical, such as irregular field shapes or tight areas, our experienced teams plant by hand.
We’ll always recommend the most efficient approach for your site.
TRELLIS INSTALLATION
Trellising is the structural backbone of your vineyard, supporting vine growth, canopy management and safe, efficient machinery access. Choosing the right system and installing it properly is essential.
VineWorks has installed over 1 million trellising posts. Our experienced teams use dedicated machinery to design and install systems suited to your soil, terrain and vineyard requirements.
We also supply quality posts and trellising materials through the VineWorks Shop, sourced from established suppliers for durability and long-term reliability:
- Posts, anchors and wire
- Hangers, chains and clips
- Tensioning tools and installation equipment
ADVICE ON CHOOSING A TRELLISING SYSTEM FOR YOUR VINEYARD
The right trellising system starts with your site and how you plan to manage your vineyard. Explore our articles on post materials, finishes and installation methods to help you choose a practical, durable system suited to your needs.
TAKE THE FIRST STEP
Tell us about your site, planting plans and the wines you hope to produce. We’ll help you explore vineyard design and vine sourcing options suited to your goals.