The grape of the south, the Muscadine The grape of the south is the muscadine. It is one of the few grape varieties that perform well in the hot climate of the southeastern United States. The native variety of muscadine is called 'Scuppernong'. ... READ MORE
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While citrus trees have long been a popular choice for home gardeners, let me introduce you to the delightful world of muscadine grapes—a refreshing alternative that may just make you reconsider your planting preferences. Muscadine grapes ... READ MORE
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Pierce's Disease in Grapes Dr. Ali Sarkhosh hosted an exciting, interactive and informative Grape Field Day in at the UF/IFAS Plant Research and Education Center in Citra on May 18, 2023. It was filled with talks and field activities for ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Horticulture, Pests & Disease
Once a year in AUGUST, fresh muscadine grapes fill the vines in Putnam County and some generous farmers allow folks to come out and admire and taste their year-long efforts. These plump, sweet, colorful, tasty treats require lots of water, ... READ MORE
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The wild southern fox grape, commonly called muscadine grape, grows from Texas to south Florida, north to Delaware and west to Missouri. These grapes are edible and tasty fruit and can be consumed fresh or to make wine and an assortment of ... READ MORE
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Getting Started Fruit crops, like growing grapes, provide rewarding yields throughout the year when diversifying your plant selection. In other words, choose several types of fruit trees and different cultivars within each fruit tree type. ... READ MORE
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Consequentially, if you have grape or other questions on Fruit & Vegetable Production in Manatee County, contact Lisa Hickey, Lisa.Hickey@ufl.edu (941)722-4524 ext 1817. However, if the UF Grape Field Day is not what you want to attend, ... READ MORE
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The muscadine grape was the first native grape species to be cultivated in North America. They are delicious eaten fresh, and are a popular grape in Florida wines. Although muscadine grapes have seeds, and thicker skins than common table grapes, ... READ MORE
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Vitis rotundifolia, the first native grape species to be cultivated in North America, is one of the top sustainable crops that can be grown north Florida. Muscadines prefer deep, fertile soils, which is why they are commonly found growing along ... READ MORE
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Native to the southeastern United States, Muscadine grapes have been cultured for more than 400 years. Sometimes referred to as scuppernongs, Muscadines are an old time southern favorite. Although their insect and disease tolerance makes spraying ... READ MORE
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