Narrative Description:
One of the finest ornamental grapevines in cultivation, selected at Spetchley Park for the reliably glorious red and purple autumn colour. Sweet blue-black fruits ripen in late summer and contrast beautifully with the foliage. An Award of Garden Merit holder.
Ideal Conditions:
Prefers full sun and free-draining soil or compost.
Possible Situation:
Ideal for training on trellis, pergolas, or other structures.
Accreditations /
Awards:
Resilience:
Shrub (H6 -20°C to -15°C)
Habit:
Climbing
Height x Spread / Trail:
200 x 200 cm
Features:
Attracts Wildlife
Drought Tolerant
Typical Season:
Summer
Autumn
Flower Colour:
Green
Foliage Colour:
Green
Purple
Red
Flowering Time:
May - June
Planting Recommendations:
Bed/Border
Container
Prefers:
Full Sun
Temperature Tolerance:
A hardy plant which should survive normal winter conditions outside, including the hardest frosts.
Plant Care:
Prune to shape and size as required in autumn/winter
Family:
VITACEAE
Genus:
Vitis
Species:
vinifera
Cultivar:
Spetchley Red
Category:
Shrub
Recommended Pot Sizes:
1Ltr
3Ltr+
Pot Spacing:
Leave enough room so that foliage does not overlap within crop time.
Typical time required from pot to sale:
0 weeks over Winter
0 weeks in Spring / Summer
Requires Pinching / Cutting Back
Based on producing a finished pot size of 1L for plug products and 2L for liner products. (*)
Growing Media / Irrigation / Water Capacity:
Free draining - keep evenly moist
Feeding / Fertilser
(during crop time):
NPK balanced feeding
Feeding Frequency:
Requires normal/regular feeding (Standard EC)
Recommended pH:
Standard 5.0 to 5.5
Growth Regulation PGR:
Not Recommended
Temperature During Production:
Medium crop 8 - 15°C
Temperature During Transport:
12-16°C
Available for Delivery:
N/A
Recommended Sales Window:
N/A
Forecast Availability:
| Wk/Yr: | 35/26 | 40/26 | 45/26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qty: | 10 | 15 | 28 |
Please note: this forecasted availability is a guide only. Quantities can be increased or produced earlier on request.
Common Pests:
Common Diseases:
Additional Notes (*):
All information provided is based on producing a default finished pot size of 1L for our plug products, and 2L for 7cm and 9cm liner products. For alternative pot sizes please adjust cultural notes accordingly.
Finishing times - Based on average estimated climatic and environmental conditions, and are for guidance purposes only.
Temperature – These conditions assume a protected ornamental growing environment. Recommended growing is generally above 5°C.
Feeding – Does not specify controlled release or liquid fertiliser application. This choice will depend on your conditions, requirements and preferences – please contact your fertiliser consultant for suitable products to meet your requirements.
Growing media and pH – Is shown for guidance purposes only - please contact your growing media consultant for suitable growing media to meet your requirements.
Disclaimer
This information is for guidance purposes only and is based upon our own growing environment and experience during trials. It is wise to use your own knowledge about your growing conditions and local environment in order to make informed cultural decisions.