Botanical profile

Vitis 'Steuben'

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

The Vitis ‘Steuben’, commonly known as the ‘Steuben’ grape vine, is a hardy table grape variety valued for its sweet and aromatic black grapes. Its vigorous climbing habit, with twining tendrils, is perfectly suited for cultivation on trellises, pergolas, or fences in a sunny location. It produces medium to large clusters of dark blue to purplish-black grapes, with thick skin and juicy flesh that is very sweet with a fruity flavor reminiscent of Concord grapes, but milder. Harvesting typically occurs in early autumn. Its deciduous bright green foliage provides dense cover during the season and may color slightly in autumn. The Vitis ‘Steuben’ attracts pollinating insects and is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking hardiness and abundance.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate, water regularly during establishment
Fertilization
Compost or balanced fertilizer in spring
Soil type
Slightly acidic to neutral, well drained
Minimum temperature
-30°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Yellowish green
Fruiting
Bunches of blue-black grapes, sweet and aromatic
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Voluble and vigorous climbing plant
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
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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