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Vitaceae

Grape Flower

Vitis vinifera

abundance.

Family
Vitaceae
Genus
Vitis
Native to
Mediterranean, Central Europe, Western Asia
Bloom season
Spring, Summer
Type
vine
Height
20-50 feet
Sunlight
full sun
Soil
well-drained, moderate fertility
Water
moderate
Hardiness
4-10
Lifespan
perennial

Did you know

  • Grape flowers are tiny and inconspicuous, with most of the petals fused into a cap that pops off during bloom.
  • A single grapevine can produce up to 40 clusters of grapes, each starting as a cluster of tiny flowers.
  • Grapes have been cultivated for wine, food, and medicine for at least 8,000 years.
  • Most grape varieties are self-pollinating, with pollination occurring within just a few days of bloom.
  • The fragrance of grape flowers is subtle and described as resembling mignonette or reseda.

Color meanings

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abundance

1

fertility

2

celebration

Uses

  • viticulture
  • winemaking
  • culinary
  • ornamental