Vitis vinfera is a vigorous shrub with interesting tendrils and attractively lobed leaves which are held from March to November. Also known as the Common Grapevine, plants can live for decades and are ideal for planting at the base of a south or west facing wall which will offer some protection from cold and increased warmth to assist in ripening the fruit. In June and July small flowers emerge, which are loved by pollinators. Flowers then develop into bunches of edible fruit, ready to harvest between September and October. Fruit is suitable for the table or for wine-making - dependent on personal taste.Plants prefer well-drained soil in full sun and will happily reside in a warm garden, conservatory or greenhouse. Foliage offers good autumnal colour and this hardy, deciduous, climbing shrub is tolerant of temperatures down to -10 C so does not need additional winter protection throughout most of the UK. Untrained vines will reach a height of 12m, with a spread of 4m.
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