Botanical profile

Vitis 'Pioneer'

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

Vitis 'Pionnier', commonly known as the 'Pionnier' grapevine, is a hardy hybrid grape variety selected for its vigor and reliability in cold climates. Its vigorous climbing habit, with twining shoots, is easily trained on trellises, pergolas, or espalier systems in gardens and vineyards alike. It produces medium clusters of dark blue to purplish-black grapes with firm skin and juicy flesh, offering a sweet and slightly fruity flavor suitable for making juices, jellies, or light red wines. Maturity generally occurs in late summer or early autumn. Its deciduous, bright green foliage forms a dense canopy during the season. Vitis 'Pionnier' attracts pollinating insects and is an excellent choice for northern regions seeking hardiness and productivity.

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 blue-black grapes, sweet and fruity
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
Black 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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