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Grape Vines – Best In New Zealand!

Growing grape vines in your garden delivers a vast range of benefits:

• Reduced food waste.
• Lower grocery costs.
• Fewer food miles and less plastic packaging, decreasing your carbon footprint.
• Convenience.
• Children can learn the plants and become more involved with nature.
• These plants will bring you pleasure for many years to come.

From green grapes to pink or black ones, we’ll help you find the right grape vine for your space. Our fruiting plants have been selected to thrive in New Zealand’s climate. We stock only the highest quality plants, sourcing them from NZ’s leading nurseries. Each plant is packed and transported with extreme care, ensuring it arrives to you in the same condition it was in when it left the nursery. If you are wanting to buy Grape plants, shop with confidence from the best in the industry.

Grape Plant Questions

1. What is the best month to plant grapes?

Grapes should be planted during winter. This allows plants to establish before the heat of summer arrives.

2. How do I grow grapes in my backyard NZ?

To grow grapes in New Zealand, here are a few tips:

1. Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Grapes need at least six hours of sunlight per day.
2. Add compost or manure to the soil to improve drainage and fertility.
3. There are many different grape varieties available, so choose one that is suited to your taste preference and climate.
4. Plant the vines in winter at about 2 m apart.
5. Grapes need regular watering, especially during the first year after planting.
6. Feed the vines every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
7. Grape vines need to be trained onto a trellis or other support structure.
8. They need to be pruned in winter to encourage new growth and fruit production.
9. They can be susceptible to a variety of pests and diseases, so it is important to inspect the vines regularly and take steps to control any problems.

3. What season do grapes grow in NZ?

The grape growing season in New Zealand is from spring to autumn, with the harvest typically taking place from late summer to late autumn. The exact timing of the season varies depending on the region and the grape variety. For example, the Marlborough region, which is known for its Sauvignon Blanc wines, has a relatively long growing season, with grapes typically being harvested in late autumn. The Hawke's Bay region, on the other hand, has a shorter growing season, with grapes typically being harvested in early autumn.

4. Where do grapes grow best in NZ?

Grapes grow best in New Zealand's warmest regions, with long, sunny days and cool nights. The following regions are particularly well-suited for grape growing:

• Marlborough: Marlborough is the largest grape-growing region in New Zealand, and it is known for its Sauvignon Blanc wines. The region has a long growing season and cool nights, which are ideal for ripening grapes.
• Hawke's Bay: Hawke's Bay is another major grape-growing region, and it is known for its Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Merlot wines. The region has a Mediterranean climate, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters.
• Canterbury: Canterbury is a cooler region, but it is still suitable for growing grapes. The region is known for its Pinot Noir and Riesling wines.
• Otago: Otago is the southernmost grape-growing region in New Zealand, and it is known for its Pinot Noir and Syrah wines. The region has a continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers.

Other regions that grow grapes in New Zealand include:

• Wairarapa
• Nelson
• Auckland
• Bay of Plenty

5. Do grapes grow best in sun or shade?

Grapes grow best in full sun and need at least six hours of sunlight per day to ripen properly. If grapes are grown in shade, they will produce fewer fruit and the fruit will be less sweet.