Grape Vine 'Vanessa'

This delightful red, medium-sized, seedless grape originated in Canada in 1983 and has a mild and fruity taste.

Whilst similar to the Flame variety, the colour is a deeper red (rather than bright) and tends to be more uniform with a firm skin and crisp texture.

This variety tends to perform well even in dry summers, although it does prefer a drink to loosen the skin before picking. It also performs well in cooler climates with short growing seasons. The fruit stores well.

• Originally from Canada.
• Parentage, Seneca x New York 45910.
• Early-season fruit ripening.
• Good in cooler climates.
• Winter wood ripening is good - so can be grown both outdoors or under protection (greenhouse, polytunnel or conservatory).
• Can be trained using either the cane replacement method or spur pruning.
• Self fertile.
• Seedless (please note in colder parts of the country they may produce a little seed).

This plant is protected by the Plant Variety Rights. Propagation without a licence is illegal and may lead to prosecution.