Grapes to Ripen in N. Van.

Discussion in 'Grapes and Grape Vines' started by Eric La Fountaine, Apr 5, 2005.

  1. Eric La Fountaine

    Eric La Fountaine Contributor Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    We have a grapevine with red (better blue) grapes on a south facing
    wall. (I don't know what type it is.) It is very productive in wood and
    fruit, but the fruit does not really ripen well. I would like to replace
    it with a variety that would ripen in North Vancouver. Although I use it
    for making jelly, it would also be nice if we could eat it unprocessed.
    In addition the cluster of grapes are very tightly packed making it hard
    to strip the fruit from the stem and I would prefer one with more
    separation between the fruits. Any suggestions regarding what variety?

    I also have a Himrod (green grapes), which ripens slightly better but I
    would prefer colour for the jelly.

    Thanks

    Goetz
     
  2. Ralph Walton

    Ralph Walton Active Member 10 Years

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    Try CANADICE. Red and darker, early, seedless, hardy. Good for juice jelly or wine. They are available (or were last year) at Fragrant Flora nursery, Sechelt 604-885-6142.
    Ralph
     

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