Grapes
Vitis vinifera
Grapes are a popular fruit for snacking, winemaking, and more. They are one of the more difficult berry plants to grow. Due to their many different varieties, they can be grown in both warm and cool climates. When well taken care of, grape plants can provide fruit for decades!
How to Grow Grapes
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Nutrition
Growing from Seed
Grapes are not typically grown from seed.
Planting Considerations
Grape vines should be purchased from a local nursery. Before transplanting, soak the roots in water for a few hours. Water the soil around the grape vine once transplanted. Grape plants require some type of trellis to support them as they grow. Pruning is necessary for your grape plants to be successful.
Feeding
Do not fertilize your soil the first year of planting grapes. Lightly fertilize the second year, after the plants have been established.
Harvesting
Pick fully mature grapes. Grapes do not continue to ripen after being picked.
Storage
Grapes can be eaten immediately, frozen, or made into jams, jellies, or wine.
