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California Native Plant

Vitis californica

California Wild Grape

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Information by: Jerry sortomme        Photographer: Susan Frommer

 

Description

The California Wild Grape is a woody deciduous vine with round large leaves. Small fragrant blooms appear in spring and berry clusters appear in the summer. This vine has sprawling , climbing growth habit. The California Wild grape is native to CA. It prefers full sun and well draining soil with regular watering.

 

Plant Type

Vine

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Red

Fruit Color

Purple

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Wetlands, Woodland

Accenting Features

Espalier, Fragrance

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Background, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Cascade, Erosion Control, Screen

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.