summer grape
Quick Summary
The summer grape, also known as Vitis aestivalis, is a wild grape native to eastern North America that is also cultivated in Europe. It produces small, pleasantly flavored berries and is known for its superior resistance to phylloxera, a pest that attacks grapevines. The term "bunch grape" is also used to refer to the summer grape. Another variety, the blue grape (Vitis aestivalis argentifolia), is a native U.S. grape with bluish-black berries. Grapes, in general, require specific climate conditions, including adequate heat during the growing season, to mature properly.1234
Ask Britannica AI about this topic
Britannica doesn't have a full article on this topic, so we've curated a list of our relevant coverage.
