Red Table Grapes

Growing Grapes

The best location for grapevines is where they receive full sun with good air circulation. They will need some protection against strong winds & generally some support in the form of a trellis, pergola or other structure.

They like a good deep soil that drains well & don’t mind if it is a bit sandy/rocky.

Fruit will generally be ready to eat in mid-late summer.

Using Grapes

Great in a Mediterranean guild with the likes of Figs, Rosemary & Lavender, they can be grown up large, established trees but so have a tendency to take over if left unmaintained or allowed to escape into the wild. They can also be trained into a standard tree shape – see this post for instructions.

Usually eaten fresh, they can also be juiced or frozen as an alternative to ice cubes for summer drinks.