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Merlot Grape
Vitis vinifera 'Merlot'
Pronunciation: Vee-tiss vih-NIFF-er-ah
SKU #06753
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Fast growing vine; grows 10 to 20 ft. each year.
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| Description | A popular table and wine grape that yields abundant clusters of large burgundy-purple fruit in the fall. Bright green foliage turns deep yellow as cool autumn temperatures arrive. Self pollinating; does not require another plant nearby to set fruit. This vigorous, twining vine works well as a screen for arbors or trailing along fences. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous spring flowers. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Fall Color, Showy Fruit, Waterwise, Edible, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Espalier, Privacy Screen |
| Flower Color | Green |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Orange |
| Companion Plants | Fig (Ficus); Raspberry (Rubus); Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Lavender (Lavandula); Rose (Rosa) |
| Care Instructions | Easily grown in deep, loamy, humus-rich, well-drained soil, but quite adaptable. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; reduce frequency, once established. Feed with an organic fertilizer from spring to midsummer. Provide sturdy trellis or arbor support. Prune annually to control size. |
Details
| Description | A popular table and wine grape that yields abundant clusters of large burgundy-purple fruit in the fall. Bright green foliage turns deep yellow as cool autumn temperatures arrive. Self pollinating; does not require another plant nearby to set fruit. This vigorous, twining vine works well as a screen for arbors or trailing along fences. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous spring flowers. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Fall Color, Showy Fruit, Waterwise, Edible, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
Style
| Landscape Use | Espalier, Privacy Screen |
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| Flower Color | Green |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Orange |
| Companion Plants | Fig (Ficus); Raspberry (Rubus); Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Lavender (Lavandula); Rose (Rosa) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Easily grown in deep, loamy, humus-rich, well-drained soil, but quite adaptable. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; reduce frequency, once established. Feed with an organic fertilizer from spring to midsummer. Provide sturdy trellis or arbor support. Prune annually to control size. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Merlot Grape produce flowers?
Inconspicuous spring flowers.
Is Merlot Grape evergreen or deciduous?
Merlot Grape is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Merlot Grape?
Merlot Grape is Fall Color, Showy Fruit, Waterwise, Edible, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds.
How fast does Merlot Grape grow?
Merlot Grape has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Merlot Grape in my landscape?
Merlot Grape is suitable for: Espalier, Privacy Screen.
What color are Merlot Grape flowers?
Merlot Grape produces Green flowers.
What color is the foliage of Merlot Grape?
Merlot Grape has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Merlot Grape?
Good companion plants for Merlot Grape include: Fig (Ficus); Raspberry (Rubus); Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Lavender (Lavandula); Rose (Rosa).
How do I care for Merlot Grape?
Easily grown in deep, loamy, humus-rich, well-drained soil, but quite adaptable. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; reduce frequency, once established. Feed with an organic fertilizer from spring to midsummer. Provide sturdy trellis or arbor support. Prune annually to control size.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.