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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:

Turn sprinklers on and view them operating at least once a month.

Check for and fix missing drip emitters, leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes. One broken spray sprinkler can waste 100 gallons in a 10 minute watering cycle.