Fox Grape
About Fox Grape
Frost grape is a long-lived, native woody deciduous vine in the grape family. It is found typically in upland woodlands and forests but occasionally in bottom land areas. Its distinguishing feature from similar grape species is its greenish-yellow undersides. Frost grape does not do well in cold temperatures below -23 degrees F.
Taxonomy
Vitis vulpina
Vitis
Vitaceae
Vitales
Also known as
frost grape, wild grape, winter grape, chicken grape and sweet-scented grape
How to care for Fox Grape
Water
How often to water your Fox Grape
every 9
Fox Grape needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in San Jose, California.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
San Jose, California
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Growing Fox Grape in San Jose right now
Plant growth potential is currently low š
February 1st, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in San Jose is currently low š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determinā¦
Sunlight will increase by 38.1% āļø
February 5th, 2023
San Jose is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in San Jose is expected to increase by 38.1% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 11.8 megajoules of energy per m2ā¦
Finding light for Fox Grape in your home
a window
Fox Grape love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in San Jose, California ā .
Fox Grape does not tolerate low-light š«.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Fox Grape
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Fox Grape after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Fox Grape prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Fox Grape requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Fox Grape does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Fox Grape should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itās refreshed yearly, you shouldnāt need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Growth Pattern
Fox Grape is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Fox Grape can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
Fox Grape can be propagated by the leaf method. To propagate:
- Remove a leaf by gently twisting until it pops off.
- To get the leaf to root, you can either:
- Place the leaf in water until roots emerge and are ~2ā long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
- Place the leaf directly into well-draining soil
Care Summary for Fox Grape
Fox Grape
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in San Jose, California, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
