Photo of Vitis vinifera 'Incana' foliage by Karl Gercens III

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Vitis vinifera 'Incana'

Also Known As

  • Vitis vinifera 'Argentea'
  • Incana Grape Vine

Plant type

vine

size

  • H: 10'-20'
  • W: 3'-20'

planting zones

  • 6b-9b

Vitis vinifera 'Incana' plant details

Vitis vinifera 'Incana' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous vine with blue and green foliage. In spring chartreuse flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline, average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Vitis vinifera 'Incana'

Plant type: vine
Plant family: vitaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 20 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring
Uses: fall color, trellis, wine grape

GROWING CONDITIONS for Vitis vinifera 'Incana'

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Soil needs: alkaline, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A silver-leaved wine grape! Gorgeous silver foliage in spring and summer that turns orangy-red in autumn. Vigorous to 15' or so. Deep purple grapes that are edible but not as delicious as the foliage is beautiful. Great for a sunny, well drained spot. Hardy to 5 below °F.

Gardening facts about Vitis vinifera 'Incana' plant

How to Grow Vitis vinifera 'Incana'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • chartreuse
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Fruit

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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