Riverbank Grape

Scientific Name: Vitis riparia

Plant type

perennial, vine, aquatic, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 50'
W: 20'

planting zones

5a-7b

Riverbank Grape plant details

Riverbank Grape is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aquatic fruit / vegetable or vine with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Riverbank Grape

Plant type: perennial aquatic fruit / vegetable or vine
Plant family: vitaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 20 FT - wide, 0 - 50 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: basket weaving, culinary, edible, fall color, fragrant, native plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Riverbank Grape

USDA Zones: 5a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A vigorous native vine with SO many uses. It's large, tender leaves have excellent flavor, its small grapes, though tarter than cultivated ones, make great jelly, Its small but fragrant flowers are used by bees in a fine honey. S/M-W