Cynthiana grape
Vitis aestivalis
Vitis
Vitaceae
Native Plants
Zone 5–10
Cynthiana grape is a hardy native vine producing small, dark purple grapes suitable for winemaking. Requires sturdy support structures and annual pruning for fruit production and disease prevention. Best grown in areas with good air circulation to minimize fungal issues.
Care Requirements
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
120″ – 240″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
120″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Deep Watering During Growing Season, Reduce In Dormancy
Soil pH
5.3 – 7
Temperature
-5° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 120″
Root Depth
Deep
Foliage
Fine
Ecology & Origin
Native to
Alabama
Arkansas
Connecticut
Delaware
District of Columbia
Florida
Georgia
Hungary
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Masachusettes
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Attracts
🐝 Birds
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Nov 4, 2019 by Carlos Juan Carlos (cc-by-sa)
Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Available From (0)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.