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Vitis 'Itasca'
Itasca Grape: Patent PP29,847
- » Edible
- » Use in wines
- » Harvest from late summer through fall
- Category:Fruit
- Hardiness Zone:4-7
- Height:15-20 ft
- Spread:8-15 ft
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
Cross-bred by the University of Minnesota, Itasca has gained popularity in the Northeast due to its cold-hardy nature. Throughout May and June, petite, fragrant flowers bloom which is followed by clusters of medium, round, greenish-yellow grapes that flood the vines and are ready to harvest from early to mid-fall. Use the sweet-tasting berries to make dry to off-dry white wines.
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Songbirds |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Habit
| • | Climbing |
Soil Moisture
| • | Moist, Well-Drained |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Vitis 'Itasca'
Thrives in full sun. Feed yearly with an organic fertilizer. Training for best fruiting in the early years is easy and very important. Regular pruning is required.