The Romans grew vines near Hadrian's Wall, well over a millenia ago, so its surprising so many people think its not possible to grow grapes outdoors in Britain. English vineyards are making some excellent wine now, & there is certain varieties that are more suited to our cool & damp climate. Grape ' Boskoop Glory' is a vine that can produce a sweet & tasty crop of, easy to grow, black grapes outdoors in British gardens. The fruit can be enjoyed as a healthy snack or squeezed for juice. In autumn the vine leaves turn vibrant shades of yellow & red. Its a great plant to grow up a trellis or pergola on a sunny patio or decking. Height of cordon trained vine: 1.8m (6'). Spread of cordon trained vine: 1.5m (5'). Untrained plants may reach up to 8m (26'). ...

A well-known red Grape with a rich, berry flavour when used for wine making. When sweetened they make a delicious & refreshing juice. The fruits are borne in conical bunches, ripening late in the season from October. ...

A superb table grape from California. Grape ? Cardinal? is a mid-early variety that produces big clusters of large, full-flavoured, ...

Grape ? Chardonnay? is enjoyed by wine drinkers all over the world, & is certainly one of the most popular varieties. This self-fertile Grape produces sweet fruit that can be enjoyed freshly picked, when they ripen from September onwards. ...

An ancient French variety that is excellent for both eating fresh & winemaking ...

A prolific & early ripening red grape bred in Germany to add body to flavourless red wines. Grape ' Dornfelder' produces good sized, blue-black grapes which ripen well in the UK & have one of the best flavours when used for desserts, or making wine & juice. ...

Grow your own fine wines with this Grape ? Duo Mix? of vintage varieties! ...

Suitable for both outdoor & greenhouse growing, this is a very popular seedless variety producing large bunches. ...

Grape ' Golden Champion' is a richly flavoured grape, mainly enjoyed as an exquisite table variety but also suitable for wine-making. ...

Grape ' Golden Champion' is a richly flavoured grape, mainly enjoyed as an exquisite table variety but also suitable for wine-making. ...