About

A genus of evergreen, resinous, conifer-like trees and shrubs from Australia with cypress-like, scale-covered branches and small, spherical cones. Grown for their strongly architectural, columnar or spreading habit, they are suited to warm, dry, Mediterranean-style gardens or as specimen trees in mild climates.

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.