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Grape Vines

Native58Native58 Posts: 46
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Hi all

I'm back asking even more questions!  My husband wants a grape vine, preferably with black grapes.  I need to know whether I need to plant two grapes so that the flowers are fertilized and, probably most important, what variety would be the best to grow in Shropshire?

thanks 

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  • PerkiPerki Posts: 2,526

    Outside or inside a greenhouse? 

     

  • Native58Native58 Posts: 46

    Could be either,  I have an unheated greenhouse but would really like to grow outside

  • PerkiPerki Posts: 2,526

    I am not sure about an outdoor variety,  but for a Greenhouse I would recommended black hamburg - easy to grow - ideal for cold greenhouse - black fruit. 

    I am growing one in my greenhouse its two years old not had any fruit yet but hopefully this year I will get my first crop 

  • DovefromaboveDovefromabove Posts: 88,137

    To help you decide I suggest you have a look at this site http://www.readsnursery.co.uk/grape-vines-and-kiwi-fruits/?sort=featured&page=1 . 

    They have a good selection of vines and are extremely helpful and knowledgeable and you can contact them for advice about the right vine for you.

    I have no relationship with them other than as a very satisfied customer. image


    Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.





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