Database

Vitis riparia ‘Beta’

Fruit: Grape

Vigorous growing, very hardy grape plant. Tall, climbing habit with a twisted trunk and lobed, yellowish-green foliage that turns yellow in fall. Small flowers followed by compact clusters of medium sized, blue-black grapes with a tart flavour; seeded. Very heavy producer: great for juice, jam, and wine. Ripens late summer to early fall. Requires a support structure. Plant in a wind-sheltered, sunny, southern location. Prefers moist, well-drained soil. Fertilize with a good compost or all purpose fertilizer in spring before new growth emerges. In fall, prune back most of the plant to ensure good production, leaving at least 8 buds; remove the vines that remain standing from the trellis and lie them on the ground for snow cover (or provide a cover) and good winter protection. Pruning back 70-90% of plant in late winter/early spring, before new growth, emerges is also acceptable as grapes produce fruit on new wood and any winter damage can then be pruned away.

Self-pollinating.

Available in select potted sizes.