Botanical profile

Vitis 'Somerset Seedless'

Latin name
Vitis 'Somerset Seedless'
Common name
'Somerset Seedless' vine
Type
Fruit-bearing climbing plant
Family
Vitaceae

Vitis ‘Somerset Seedless’ is a hardy grapevine highly valued for its production of sweet and aromatic, seedless pink grapes, perfect for fresh consumption. This vigorous variety develops a climbing, twining habit capable of quickly covering trellises, pergolas, and fences. When trained on a support, it reaches a significant height, while without trellising it spreads widely. Its deciduous, medium green foliage forms a dense screen in summer and sometimes takes on slight autumnal hues. The clusters of small, raspberry-pink grapes ripen early in the season, a major advantage in northern climates. Adapted to well-drained soils and sunny exposures, Vitis ‘Somerset Seedless’ is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for a productive, decorative, and easy-to-grow grapevine in cold regions.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
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
Clusters of small, sweet, aromatic, seedless raspberry-pink grapes
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
Seedless pink 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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