Vitis vinifera 'Purpurea' - 2 Ltr, 3 canes

Description
Blue-violet, green-yellow, oval fruits emerge from these from August. They exude a light fragrance.

Bulletpoints
* fragrant flowers * attractive copper-yellow, red autumn colouring * tolerates pruning

Leaves
Attractive copper-yellow to red autumn colouring.

Bark
Brown, striped, torn bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Growth habit
Common grape vine 'Purpurea' is climbing in habit.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
Pruning, ideally from February to March, is advisable for this plant.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Watering: In the period from mid-April to the end of September - Fertilise: In the period from March to April - Pruning: In the period from February to March.

Care
- A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time. - After the last fruit set, all side shoots should be shortened to 6-8 leaves. Also: As only the annual branches bear fruit, pruning should be carried out at the end of February.

Flower
The yellow-green flowers appear in clusters from June to August. These are lightly scented.

Use
Cottage garden, facade, fresh consumption

Root
Vitis vinifera 'Purpurea' is a deep-rooting plant.