Vitis Frontenac Blue Grape

Vitis Frontenac Blue Grape—a French-American hybrid grape—is the perfect blend of style and substance. This leafy grapevine isn't just easy on the eyes—it also packs a punch with its fabulous fruits. Picture it: small yellow-green flowers popping up in the spring, turning into medium-sized clusters of bluish-black grapes ready for harvest in late summer and fall.

This grape variety isn't just for show—it's a champ for backyard winemaking too. But its sweet and tangy grapes may require malolactic fermentation during the winemaking process. But trust us, it's worth it. The wines that come out of this process have a bold cherry flavor with hints of blackberry, blackcurrant, and plum—perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth.

Taking care of the Vitis Frontenac Blue Grape is a breeze. Let it do its wild thing in the first year, then give it a good trim and some support in the second or third year. Keep the best stems and watch it grow happily. Regular pruning and spraying keep the grape party going strong. And you can set this vine up on a wire trellis, against a wall, or on any structure you fancy in your garden.

This grapevine loves soaking up the sun in well-draining soil. But it's pretty adaptable and can handle different soil types—clays, loams, you name it. Just make sure the soil has good drainage, and keep the plant away from harsh winter winds. A bit of mulch and shallow cultivation will keep your grapevine happy.

The vine is self-fertile and will bear fruit without any pollen from other varieties.

Grapes ship as 1-year-old plants.