Vitis Catawba (Fox Grape)

A leading grape for American wines and champagnes, Vitis 'Catawba' is a vigorous labrusca grape variety boasting ample sized clusters of copper-red, seedless grapes in early fall. Firm and sweet, the grapes are juicy, with a musky flavor and equally perfect for table grape, jams and jellies. A deciduous shrub with large, three-lobed green leaves, 'Catawba' is self-pollinating, disease resistant, productive and hardy. Easy to grow, Grape vines not only reward you with large crops of delicious fruits, they are also very decorative, providing a handsome leafy cover that clothes arbors, fences or trellises beautifully.

• Grows up to 15-20 ft. tall (450-600 cm) and 8-15 ft. wide (240-450 cm).
• Thrives in full sun in well-drained soils. Tolerates a wide range of soil conditions, including sand or clay, but good drainage is essential. Best sited in a location sheltered from winter winds (preferably a sunny south-facing slope) and well removed from frost pockets. Needs good air circulation.
• Grape vines require sturdy support for their twining stems such as pergolas, walls or fences. Perfect in cottage gardens or Mediterranean gardens.
• May be affected by powdery mildew and botrytis