Fox grape

Vitis labrusca

Layer 7 · Climbers
Edible companion

Status by region

No restrictions recorded in the lists we checked.

Checked against the European Union list (Regulation 1143/2014) · Portugal's national invasive species list (Decreto-Lei 92/2019).

Information based on the cited sources, not legal advice — always confirm your local rules.

About

Native to North America, the fox grape is a vigorous woody climber and highly resistant to fungal diseases. It produces grapes with an intense aroma and a distinct, highly appreciated flavour. In the food forest, it occupies the vertical layer by climbing structures or trees.

It is harvested now — September is one of the harvest months.

See which trees fox grape grows well with

We have no trees recorded with this species yet. Start from the tree on your land.

See the central trees

No account needed.

Needs

Water: Medium
Light: Full sun
Size: Woody climber up to 10 m
Mature diameter: 3 m
Soils: Clay, Loam, Sandy
Climates: Atlantic coast, Inland / Continental, Hot, dry Mediterranean

Calendar

January — Planting
February — Planting
March — Planting
April
May
June
July
August — Harvest
September — Harvest
October — Harvest
November — Planting
December — Planting

Harvest
Planting

Medicinal use: The fruits are rich in antioxidants and consumed fresh, in juices or jams.

Where to buy

May grow well with

Suggestions worked out from growing conditions — same soil and climate, complementary layers and functions. These are not observed guilds; treat them as a starting point to try on your own land.