Botanical profile

Vitis 'Agawam'

Latin name
Vitis 'Agawam'
Common name
'Agawam' Vine
Type
Fruit-bearing climbing plant
Family
Vitaceae

Vitis 'Agawam', commonly known as the 'Agawam' grape, is an ancient grape variety valued for its aromatic red grapes and its good adaptation to cool climates. Its vigorous climbing habit, with strong tendrils and robust canes, allows it to effectively cover trellises, pergolas, and fences in full sun, while forming a dense vegetative screen thanks to its medium-green deciduous foliage that turns yellow in autumn. It produces medium clusters of coppery-red grapes at maturity, with relatively thick skins and juicy flesh, offering a sweet and fruity flavor with a slight characteristic musky note. Used for fresh consumption, juices, or certain artisanal wines, it is distinguished by its regular productivity and reliable hardiness. Vitis 'Agawam' is an interesting choice for gardens seeking tradition and flavor.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate, water regularly during establishment
Fertilization
Compost in spring
Soil type
Well-drained, tolerates ordinary and slightly clayey soil
Minimum temperature
-25°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Subdued yellowish green
Fruiting
Clusters of coppery-red grapes, thick skin, juicy flesh, sweet and slightly musky flavor
Foliage color
Deep green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Vigorous twining climber
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
6 m (20 ft)
Width
10 ft (3 m)
Growth rate
Fast
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Fruit tree type
Red grape vine for fresh consumption and processing
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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