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VITIS vinifera 'Purpurea'
Commonly known as Common grape vine, Purple-leaved vine, Teinturier grape
ORNAMENTAL VINES
Large leaves, deep purple
(UK Delivery Only)
£23.00 each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Teinturier grape -
Pests & Diseases
Powdery mildew, honey fungus. -
DeciduousRounded, three- to five-lobed, toothed leaves to 15cm (6in) long, grey-hairy at first turning plum-purple, then dark purple in autumn.
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Fully hardy
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Purple
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Lobed
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Height
7m (22ft) -
Spread
90cm (36in)
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ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingWoody climber. Produces small, unpalatable grapes to 2cm (¾in) across.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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fruits harmful if eaten
Dogs -
Bee friendly
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Bird friendly
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Coastal / windsweptCottage gardenTown garden
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Pruning group
Pruning group 6
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
Pruning group 8
Suitable for: Wall trained shrubs and less vigorous climbers.
Action: For climbers 'spur prune' by cutting back 3-4 buds of the permanent framework. For wall trained shrubs cut back flowered shoots to within 2-4 buds of permanent framework.
When: Annually after flowers if on previous year's growth, or in late Winter or Spring if on current year's growth.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soilNeutral to alkaline soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Vitis - Growing Guide
