Vitis californica
California Wild Grape
Description
The California Wild Grape is a woody deciduous vine that with round large leaves. The flowers are in small fragrant blooms and berry clusters appear in the summer. This vine has a sprawling, climbing growth habit. The California wild Grape is native to California and is drought tolerant.
Plant Type
Vine
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
Red
Fruit Color
Purple
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Wetlands, Woodland
Accenting Features
Espalier
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Background, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Screen
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.