Lenoir Grape
Vitus aestivalis hybd
Lenoir grape is a highly disease resistant heirloom black grape popularized in the 1830's by Nicholas Herbemont of Columbia, SC and Mr Lenoir from Statesburg, SC. Mr. Lenoir found it as a naturally occurring hybrid near the Santee River. The bunches are large, long and loose. Flavor is very good fresh. Our most disease resistant bunch grape variety. Zones 6-8 Space 8' on trellis
Lenoir grape is a highly disease resistant heirloom blue grape popularized in the 1830's by Nicholas Herbemont of Columbia, SC and Mr Lenoir from Statesburg, SC. Mr. Lenoir found it as a naturally occurring hybrid near the Santee River. Because of it's phyloxphers and Pierce's disease resistance, it made it's way to harsh climates such as Texas, where it was used in Texas Port wines and blended with red wines adding dark color and earthy aroma. Recently being used in single variety dry wines. Lenoir compared to vinifera grapes are less expensive to cultivate and less risky. Lenoir has a different taste than vinifera without Concord overtones. Called Black Spanish in Texas and Jacquez and or Jacquet in France. Like Norton, this variety is gaining favor as a local sourced American variety. zone
| Plant Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Pest Resistance | Very Good |
| Disease Resistance | Very Good |
| Drought Tolerance | Good |
| Heat Tolerance | Excellent |
| Humidity Tolerance | Very Good |
| Sun Tolerance | Excellent |
| Wet Soil Tolerance | Poor |
| Shade Tolerance | Fair |
| No Spray | Good |
| Salt Tolerance | Good |
| Fresh for Kids | Good |
| Deer Resistance | Poor |
| Thorns | No |
| Plant Type | Vine |
| Soil Type | Adaptable |
| Edible Type | Fruit |
| Self Fertile | Yes |
| This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, comments/opinions are always welcome | |
Due to import restrictions we are unable to ship Lenoir Grape to CA,...
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