Sweet mountain grape (Vitis monticola)

Sweet mountain grape

Sweet mountain grape is a hardy climbing vine native to the rocky terrains of North America. Its distinctly shaped leaves are broad and heart-shaped with a lush green hue, supporting clusters of small berries that ripen to a deep blue-purple. This resilient species thrives in hillside environments, elegantly draping over stones and trees. Adapted to thrive in varied conditions, sweet mountain grape contributes a wild, rustic charm to the landscapes it graces.

Scientific classification

Species

Sweet mountain grape (Vitis monticola)

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Perennial

Lifespan

Vine

Plant Type

3.5 m to 11 m

Plant Height

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Care Guide for Sweet mountain grape

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Once a sweet mountain grape sprouts, fertilize and irrigate thoroughly. Water less once soil is moist below 20cm, especially to prevent spindling. Water every 10-12 days as fruit expands, reducing water as grapes color. For potted sweet mountain grape, keep soil moist but slightly dry on the surface.

Fertilize: Sweet mountain grape requires careful nutrient management before planting, using specific fertilizers for deficiencies. In the second year, apply a small amount of compound fertilizer. Organic fertilizers are recommended in winter. Potassium, zinc, and boron are crucial for growth and should be applied at appropriate intervals.

Pruning: Sweet mountain grape thrives with regular early spring pruning to remove dead wood and thin crowded branches for better air circulation. Training young vines on a trellis enhances structure. Sterilizing tools prevents disease, supporting fruit production and overall plant health for a bountiful harvest.

Propagation: Propagate sweet mountain grape using hardwood cuttings at winter's end. Use pencil-thick, 50 cm long cuttings with a 3 cm oblique cut from the top bud. Store in wet soil in a bag in refrigeration. Plant cuttings vertically, exposing the top bud, and keep the soil moist for rooting before spring transplanting.

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