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Vitis vinifera 'Black Hamburg'
We're sorry, this plant is currently out of stock! New specimens will be available in late autumn 2010. Please email us at sales@bluebellnursery.com or telephone us on (01530) 413700 to order in advance.Description
Free fruiting grape vine which is ideal for conservatories or a greenhouse in cool parts of the country. In warm areas Vitis vinifera 'Black Hamburg' grows well against hot, sunny walls, where it will produce large bunches of sweet tasting, dark purple fruit after a long hot summer. A very hungry plant, this was traditionally planted over a dead calf, although these days a bucket of good compost should suffice!Features
- Common name: Black Hamburg Grape Vine.
- Position: Warm in full sun.
- Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
- Hardiness: Hardy.
- Flowering Period: June - July.
- Flower Colour: White
- Rate of Growth: Vigorous.
- Habit: Large climbing plant which requires support as it will not self-cling.
- Height: 8 m (26 ft)
- Spread: 3 m (10 ft)
- Notes: Pruning should be carried out in winter when the plants are dormant if required.
- Size: 60 - 80 cm tall in 2L deep containers