Grape Roots - Seedless - Canadice
1 Root
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Can not be shipped to Oregon.
1,000 Days to Maturity. Vitis labrusca ’Canadice’. Canadice Seedless Grape Roots. Non-GMO, perennial, seedless grape vine. A cold-hardy, red seedless grape known for its sweet flavor and crisp texture. Excellent fresh, dried as raisins, or for juice and jelly. Clusters ripen mid to late summer on vigorous, productive vines.
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Growing Canadice Grape Roots
Plant in the spring once the soil can be worked in a full sun location with sturdy support. Space vines 6-8 feet apart within rows and set rows 8-10 feet apart. Set roots with crown at soil level. Water deeply at planting and mulch to conserve moisture. Train vines along a trellis or arbor for the best yields. Seasonal pruning is key to maintaining good plant health and high yields.
Canadice Grapes in the Garden
Canadice is one of the best red seedless grapes for home gardens, offering reliable crops of sweet fruit. It is versatile, easy to grow, and excellent for fresh snacking or drying.
Harvesting Canadice Grapes
Clusters ripen late summer to early fall. Pick when grapes are fully red and sweet. Canadice grapes are crisp and flavorful straight from the vine or when dried as raisins.
About Canadice Grapes
Introduced by Cornell University in 1977, Canadice is valued for its cold hardiness and seedless fruit. With a balance of sweetness and spice, it remains a popular garden grape.
Stories From Our Gardeners
"Canadice grapes are a family favorite, the kids grab handfuls right off the vine, and any extras make wonderful homemade raisins."
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- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer |
Additional Resources:
- Cornell University Grape Genetics Bulletin
- Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder - Vitis ‘Cabaduce’
- Oregon State University Extension - Growing Table Grapes
Canadice Grape Roots Per Package:
- 1 Root
Canadice Grape Roots are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Vitis labrusca ’Canadice’ |
| Canadice Grape Color: | fruits ripen from green to red |
| Canadice Grape Flavor: | distinct but not overpoweringly sweet, a hint of tang |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | Perennial in zones 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Days to Maturity: | 1,000 |
| Plant Spacing: | 6-8 feet |
| Row Spacing: | 8-10 feet |
| Plant Height: | 4-9 Feet (with support) |
| Growth Habit: | Vigorous climbing vine; requires trellis or arbor. |
| Soil Preference: | Well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil conditions as long as good drainage is present. Avoid heavy clay locations or amend the soil with organic matter before planting. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer. 75-90 F. |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Plant Width/Spread: | 15-20 Feet |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Pests and Diseases: | Grapes are known to be susceptible to pests like birds, deer, rodents, wasps, and mites. Consider using protective netting or fences to keep larger animals and birds away from your harvest. Common diseases to watch for include crown gall, Botrytis fruit rot, and powdery mildew. Pruning improves airflow and can help prevent common diseases. |
| Garden Size: | Garden Plot, Raised Beds, Fields |
| Climate Tolerance: | Cold-hardy; tolerates winter freezes. |
| Harvest Time: | late summer to early fall |
| Easy/Hard: | Easy |
| Direct Sow: | Yes, direct sow. |
| Start Indoors: | No |
| Landscape Use: | Background on trellis or fencing |