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Vitis labrusca 'Vanessa'

Family Vitidaceae
Plant Type vine
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 3 - 7.5 m (10 - 25 ft)
Spread
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The vine Vitis labrusca 'Vanessa' (fox grape) yields white and fragrant blossoms during late spring to mid-summer. This plant is climbing in form and has showy, glossy and coarse textured foliage that is medium green in colour. The stems are exfoliating in texture. Fragrant and showy fruit are produced by Vitis labrusca 'Vanessa' (fox grape).
Typical Uses Culinary, fruit and vine or climber.
Cautions The growth rate of Vitis labrusca 'Vanessa' (fox grape) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Plan on regular maintenance to keep this vine looking its best. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.