Botanical profile

Vitis 'Frontenac Rouge'

Latin name
Vitis 'Frontenac Rouge'
Common name
'Frontenac Rouge' vine
Type
Fruit-bearing climbing plant
Family
Vitaceae

Vitis 'Frontenac Rouge', commonly known as 'Frontenac Rouge' grape, is an extremely hardy grape variety developed for cold climates, recognized for its vigor and high reliability in production. Its powerful climbing habit, equipped with strong tendrils, effectively covers trellises and pergolas in full sun, while forming a dense vegetative screen thanks to its deciduous dark green foliage. It produces medium clusters of dark red to purple grapes, with thick skin and juicy flesh, offering a flavor marked by a nice acidity and notes of black cherry and small red berries. Primarily used for winemaking, it yields colored, structured wines suitable for aging. Vitis 'Frontenac Rouge' is distinguished by its resistance to intense cold, high productivity, and consistency in northern climates.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Spring berry fertilizer. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke when planting.
Soil type
Slightly acidic to neutral, well drained
Minimum temperature
'-34°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Green
Fruiting
Bunches of dark red to purple grapes, thick skin, juicy, tart flesh, cherry notes
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Fruit climbing plant
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
2 to 3 m (6 to 10 feet)
Width
3 m (10 feet)
Growth rate
fast
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Fruit tree type
Red wine grape vine
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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