Swenson Red Table Grape
Bred by Elmer Swenson in Minnesota, Swenson Red is a meaty, red, table grape with a distinctive fruity flavor with notes of strawberry. Ripens up to 30 days before Concord, making it a great option for short season growers. Fruits are large, with a high sugar content, do contain seeds, and can be used to make a distinctive rose or white wine.
Latin Name: Vitis labrusca
Site and Soil: Grapes like full to 1/2 day sun and well-drained soil. Grapes become drought resistant once they are established.
Rootstock Description: Self rooted
Pollination Requirements: Self-fertile.
Hardiness: Hardy to at least -20° F.
Bearing Age: 2-3 years after planting.
Size at Maturity: 10-12 ft. in width on fence, trellis, arbor or other support.
Taste: Sweet
Fruit Color: Red
Ripening Time: Mid-August
Yield: 10-15 lbs.
USDA Zone: 4-8