Fredonia Grape Vine is an early-ripening Concord-type variety known for producing large, sweet, dark blue grapes approximately two weeks earlier than standard Concord. This vigorous and dependable variety is valued for both fresh eating and wine production. Fredonia grapes offer a mild, sweet flavor and excellent fruit quality, making them a favorite for home gardeners and backyard vineyards. Product Features Variety: Fredonia (Vitis labrusca – Concord-Type) Plant Type: Bare Root Live Grape Vine Age: 1-Year-Old Vine Grape Color: Dark Blue to Blue-Black Flavor: Sweet, Mild, Classic Concord-Type Flavor Primary Use: Table, Juice, Jelly & Wine Wine Color: Red Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 4–9 Pollination: Self-Fertile – No Pollinator Required Variety Origin: Cornell University Growth Habit: Trailing Vine Training System: Top Wire Cordon Recommended Plant Size: Bare Root Vine (Size Varies Seasonally) Growing Info Sunlight: Requires Full Sun (Minimum 6–8 Hours Daily) Soil: Prefers Well-Draining Soil with Good Airflow Spacing: Plant 6–8 Feet Apart Support: Ideal for Trellises, Arbors, & Fences Watering: Water Regularly During Establishment Fertilizing: Apply Balanced Fertilizer During Growing Season Pruning: Prune Annually During Dormancy Harvest Time: Early to Mid-Season (Earlier Than Concord) Why Grow Fredonia Grapes? Ripens Earlier Than Concord Produces Large, Sweet Blue Grapes Excellent for Juice, Jelly & Wine Cold Hardy & Reliable Self-Fertile & Easy to Grow Ideal for Backyard Vineyards Fredonia Grape Vine is an excellent choice for growers seeking a classic Concord-style grape with an earlier harvest window. Its sweet flavor, reliable productivity, and cold hardiness make it a dependable addition to home vineyards and trellis systems. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. All plants are carefully inspected prior to shipping to ensure premium quality. Please contact us upon arrival if you have any questions about your order — we are happy to help you succeed. Shipping to areas experiencing extreme cold or heat is at buyer’s risk. Please message us prior to ordering if you have concerns.
