The showy matte foliage is medium green and greyish green in colour and coarse in texture. Vitis vinifera 'Merlot' (black grape) yields aromatic and showy fruit. This plant has showy and exfoliating stems.
Typical Uses
Culinary, fruit and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics
Birds are attracted to Vitis vinifera 'Merlot' .
Cautions
When planning your garden, take into consideration that Vitis vinifera 'Merlot' (black grape) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. It will need to be pruned regularly. Where conditions are favourable, Vitis vinifera 'Merlot' (black grape) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.
