Traminette Grape

$14.97 – $24.97

Traminette Grape is a late mid-season grape variety. It is a white grape that produces wine with a floral and spicy undertone. It was originally bred as a table grape. Due to its high quality it moved into the wine venue. This variety is very cold hardy and can be grown in most of the northern US states. Traminette Grape pairs well with salmon, Thai curry or sweet treats. Due to state restrictions, we cannot ship this item to Arizona, Idaho, Nevada or New York.

• Scientific Name: Vitis ‘Traminette’
• USDA Zone: 5 – 8
• Average growth: Up to 12′ a year
• Sun Exposure: Full sun

Planting/Care Instructions

Before planting, have your soil tested to see what amendments are needed. Click this link to check your frost dates: Frost Dates. Check the light preferences for your plant and choose your plot accordingly. Even if you have the perfect soil and ideal location, you still need to choose the right time of the year depending on what you are planting.

When you receive your plant, soak the root ball in water for 20 minutes upon arrival before planting or potting. Gently break up the root ball. This will help the roots of the plant to grow out into the soil. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball of your plant. Fill in the hole tightly with soil to avoid any air pockets. Add a bit of slow-release fertilizer to help new plants to grow quickly. Fertilize per manufacturer instructions. Be sure to water your plants until they are established. In addition, pull weeds out when they appear. They take nutrients from the soil.

Additionally, allow the grape vines to run freely for the first year. After that time, grapes will need sure to have a sturdy trellis or other support system. This makes it easier to get to the grapes and keeps down the possibility of downy mildew. Mulching the plants is helpful.

Pruning grapes is very important. The fruit of grape vines grow off of one year old canes. If you do not prune enough and have too many old canes, you’ll get fewer grapes. But if you prune vines back completely every year, you get lots of new growth with few grapes. Pruning should be done in late winter, usually around March. If you have trouble keeping up with your pruners, check out our locally hand-made leather pruner holster here.

Lastly, enjoy your Traminette Grape and your time in the garden!