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Vitis X californica 'Roger's Red'

Roger's Red Wild Grape

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

This plant is a woody deciduous vine with round large, gray green leaves.The flowers are small fragrant, white blooms and berry clusters appear in the summer. This vine has a sprawling, climbing growth habit. Leaves turn red in fall, creating a spectacular show. This plant is native to CA and is drought tolerant. Grapes are ornamental. Vitis looks great on fences.

 

Plant Type

Vine

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Purple

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Tropical, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Espalier, Fall Color, Fragrance

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Cascade, Container, Screen

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.

Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.