Zone Compatibility

| Height | 8' - 12' |
| Spread | 6' - 8' |
| Tree Form | Vine |
| USDA Zone | 7 - 10 |
| Blooms | Spring |
| Drops Fruit or Nut | August |
| Soil | Sandy or clay loam, slightly acidic |
| Soil pH | 6.0 - 6.5 |
| Light requirements | Full Sun |
| Pollination | Self-fertile |
| Age shipped & Size shipped: | 1 year old & 18-36 inches |
Alachua Muscadine Grape Vine
Price range: $26.95 through $39.95
Zone Compatibility

| Height | 8' - 12' |
| Spread | 6' - 8' |
| Tree Form | Vine |
| USDA Zone | 7 - 10 |
| Blooms | Spring |
| Drops Fruit or Nut | August |
| Soil | Sandy or clay loam, slightly acidic |
| Soil pH | 6.0 - 6.5 |
| Light requirements | Full Sun |
| Pollination | Self-fertile |
| Age shipped & Size shipped: | 1 year old & 18-36 inches |
We accept orders year-round.
Your order will ship within next 7-14 days or requested date.
For more information see the Ordering & Shipping section below.
The Alachua Muscadine Grape is a standout Southern grapevine known for its dark purple berries, richly aromatic flesh, and dependable performance in warm, humid climates. Perfect for trellises, fences, arbors, and edible landscapes, Alachua creates a lush, fruitful backdrop while producing large, sweet, juice-filled grapes ideal for fresh eating, winemaking, jams, jellies, and wildlife attraction. As a native North American grape, muscadines are celebrated for their exceptional nutrition, thick skins, and natural resilience—qualities that make Alachua a valuable addition to any home vineyard or orchard.
Thriving in a wide range of soils, Alachua performs best in rich sandy loam or clay loam with excellent drainage. Grapevines do not tolerate standing water, so raised mounds or well-drained slopes are ideal. With full sun, vigorous growth, and proper pruning, Alachua produces abundant clusters of flavorful fruit season after season. Muscadines prefer slightly acidic soil (pH 6.0–6.5), though they tolerate moderately alkaline conditions. As with most muscadines, a pollinator is required, so planting two or more vines ensures strong cross-pollination and maximum yields.
For growers seeking a high-quality, sweet, dark muscadine grape that brings both beauty and productivity to the landscape, the Alachua Muscadine is a proven performer rooted in Southern tradition.
| Height | 8' - 12' |
| Spread | 6' - 8' |
| Tree Form | Vine |
| USDA Zone | 7 - 10 |
| Blooms | Spring |
| Drops Fruit or Nut | August |
| Soil | Sandy or clay loam, slightly acidic |
| Soil pH | 6.0 - 6.5 |
| Light requirements | Full Sun |
| Pollination | Self-fertile |
| Age shipped & Size shipped: | 1 year old & 18-36 inches |
| Spacing | 2' - 5' |
| Pruning | Train to trellis. Fruit is produced on new shoots developing from the previous year’s growth. In Year 3, canes produced the previous year should be pruned to approximately 3 in. long in January or February. These canes will produce several shoots that will fruit during the following summer. These new shoots will be cut back to 3 in. the next winter, forming the first fruiting spurs. Depending upon the growth rate of the plants, spurs will need to be thinned in Year 5 or 6 after planting. During the winter pruning, remove every other shoot, aiming for a fruiting spur every 6 in. on each arm. Choose spurs on the top of the vine, if possible. Allow a few extra shoots to grow from the arms to form replacement spurs as the vine ages. Remove tendrils twining around the arms or spurs to prevent girdling |
| Fertilization | Do not fertilize at planting. Once the trees are established, fertilize in early spring (Mar-April) as growth begins. Do not fertilize in the fall, which could promote late season tender growth that can be damaged by early frosts. |
| Watering | Newly planted trees should be watered regularly. This is the most critical step in the establishment of your new trees. Please see the Watering section under "How to plant and grow" in our Learning Center. |
At Chestnut Hill Outdoors, we’ve been shipping mail order trees for over 30 years. We’re experts at delivering healthy trees to your doorstep. All of our trees are container grown in root-enhancing pots, ensuring healthy root systems and much better success upon planting.
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