• Purple-leaf grape (Vitis vinifera ‘Purpurea’) is a lovely vine that is a nice addition to the central Ohio garden. The deciduous vine has multiple seasons of interest. The lobed foliage is small: 4 ...

Oregon grape is the official state flower of Oregon. Native to the Northwest, it's often found growing wild in forest clearings. It has leathery, somewhat jagged leaves, bright yellow flowers that ...

Whenever I’m planning a new garden, no matter what mood I’m trying to create, I always include some purple plants. I look for a variety of purple flowering plants including purple flowering bushes, ...

All grape colors have similar nutrient profiles, offering fiber, potassium, vitamin A, and antioxidants—though purple grapes have slightly more antioxidants than red or green. Flavor and texture vary ...

I grew up with muscadine grapes. I liked them as a kid and still enjoy them today. In my opinion, they are a southern late summer and fall treat. Not everyone shares in my fondness for this native ...

Why it’s choice: The state flower of Oregon, it has just about everything going for it as a garden plant. It starts out in spring with copper-colored new growth, turns shiny green in summer and then ...

Nestled within leafy, 6-foot-high vines shrouded in netting, clusters of grapes have turned dark bluish-purple and appear ready for picking. Steve Sagaser stands in the midst of rows of grape plants ...