{"product_id":"muscadine-grape-delicious-vitis-rotundifolia-delicious","title":"Native Muscadine Grape \"Delicious\" (Vitis rotundifolia ‘Delicious’ )","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Locally Grown in Pierson, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweet Southern Grape | Heavy Producer | Florida-Friendly Fruiting Vine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy homegrown sweetness straight from the vine with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMuscadine Grape ‘Delicious’ (Vitis rotundifolia ‘Delicious’)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a vigorous and productive fruiting vine locally grown at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowing Well Tree Farm in Pierson, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Known for its exceptionally sweet flavor, large fruit, and reliable production, ‘Delicious’ is one of the best muscadine grapes for fresh eating right off the vine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfectly adapted to Florida’s warm climate, this hardy native grape relative thrives in heat and humidity while producing abundant clusters of flavorful grapes ideal for snacking, juices, jams, jellies, desserts, and homemade wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSDA Growing Zones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest suited for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZones 7–10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, thriving throughout much of the Southeast, including Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Delicious’ Muscadine is a vigorous deciduous climbing vine known for its lush green foliage, rapid growth, and dependable fruit production. This self-fertile variety produces high yields of sweet bronze to bronze-purple grapes with excellent flavor and natural disease resistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMuscadine grapes are well known for their toughness, heat tolerance, and ability to thrive where traditional grapes often struggle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Delicious’ produces \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elarge, sweet muscadine grapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with rich flavor and juicy flesh. Fruit ripens in late summer to early fall and is excellent for fresh eating, preserves, juice, smoothies, desserts, and winemaking. Muscadines are also rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and natural nutrients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Height \u0026amp; Growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast-growing vine reaching \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15–25 feet or more\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with proper support. Ideal for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etrellises, arbors, fences, pergolas, and edible landscapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSun Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerforms best in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull sun (6–8+ hours daily)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for maximum fruit production and healthiest growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a sunny location with strong climbing support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant at the same depth as the nursery container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater deeply after planting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch away from the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstall a trellis, arbor, or fence for support and airflow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrives in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewell-drained sandy or loamy soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and adapts well to Florida conditions. Prefers slightly acidic soil but tolerates a variety of soil types if drainage is good.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, Muscadine grapes are relatively drought tolerant but produce best with deep watering during flowering and fruit development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebalanced slow-release fertilizer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in early spring and again in midsummer if needed. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which may encourage leafy growth at the expense of fruit production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning is essential for healthy vines and strong fruit production. Prune in late winter while dormant, cutting back excess growth to encourage new fruiting wood. 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