Grape, Riverbank

Vitis riparia

Growth Habit: Climbing vine

Spacing: 5-10’ apart

Planting Location: Exposed

Zone 2b

A cold hardy, native climbing vine

Clusters of 6-8mm, edible, tart fruit attracts birds

Green fruit turns frosted blue when ripe

Large, three-lobed, serrated foliage turns yellow in fall

Panicles of tiny white flowers bloom in June

Grapes have 3-5 seeds & are good for preserves & jelly

Self-fertile; will produce more fruit with a pollinator

Fruit ripens in late August – early September; lasts for 1 week in refrigerator

Starts bearing fruit 2-3 years after planting

Plant pollinators within 200’ or less, closer is better

Requires 6+ hours of sunlight for fruiting & foliage health

Susceptible to powdery mildew if planted in shady spots or in times of high humidity

Native to the prairies

Fast Growth Rate: 2-5’/year

Growth dimensions: max 10-15’; grapes will grow to cover climbing surface provided

Plant Care:

• Prune in spring to encourage fresh growth & fruit • Prefers a more moist planting location for fruit production; drought tolerant once established • Tolerates clay & sandy soils

Description

Growth Habit: Climbing vine

Spacing: 5-10’ apart

Planting Location: Exposed

Zone 2b

A cold hardy, native climbing vine
Clusters of 6-8mm, edible, tart fruit attracts birds
Green fruit turns frosted blue when ripe
Large, three-lobed, serrated foliage turns yellow in fall
Panicles of tiny white flowers bloom in June
Grapes have 3-5 seeds & are good for preserves & jelly
Self-fertile; will produce more fruit with a pollinator
Fruit ripens in late August – early September; lasts for 1 week in refrigerator
Starts bearing fruit 2-3 years after planting
Plant pollinators within 200’ or less, closer is better
Requires 6+ hours of sunlight for fruiting & foliage health
Susceptible to powdery mildew if planted in shady spots or in times of high humidity
Native to the prairies
Fast Growth Rate: 2-5’/year
Growth dimensions: max 10-15’; grapes will grow to cover climbing surface provided