About
A large genus of annuals, biennials, and deciduous or evergreen perennials ranging from tiny alpine cushion plants to tall, branching, upright perennials. The genus includes pansies, violets, and violas � plants grown for their characteristically five-petalled, spurred flowers in every shade from white to deepest purple, often with contrasting markings, carried over a long season from spring to autumn.
About the genus
Vitis are vigorous deciduous climbing shrubs with tendrils and attractively lobed leaves, insignificant green flowers followed by often edible fruits; some have excellent autumn foliage colour
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, hedging, specimen planting.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun or part shade.
PruningPrune after flowering or late winter.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.