{"product_id":"alachua-muscadine-grape-vine-live-rooted-grape-plant-self-pollinating-muscadine-zones-7-11","title":"Alachua Muscadine Grape Vine – Live Rooted Self-Pollinating Plant for Zones 7–11","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow sweet southern grapes with the Alachua Muscadine rooted starter plant, a self-pollinating muscadine grape variety known for its rich flavor and vigorous growth. This plant produces medium-sized dark purple-black grapes with thick, crack-resistant skins and aromatic flesh, ideal for fresh eating, wine, juice, jams, jelly, freezing, and homestead gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis hardy native grape vine thrives in USDA zones 7–11, preferring full sun and well-draining rich sandy or clay loam soils. It is a vigorous climbing vine that benefits from support such as trellises, fences, or arbors. The Alachua Muscadine is naturally grown without pesticides and arrives as a healthy live fruiting rooted starter plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• 1 rooted Alachua Muscadine grape starter plant\u003cbr\u003e• Self-pollinating muscadine variety\u003cbr\u003e• Naturally grown pesticide-free plant\u003cbr\u003e• Secure packaging for safe shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBotanical Name: Vitis rotundifolia\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Fruiting perennial grape vine\u003cbr\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Rich sandy loam or well-draining clay loam\u003cbr\u003eWatering: Moderate during establishment\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Habit: Vigorous climbing vine\u003cbr\u003eFruit Color: Dark purple-black\u003cbr\u003eFruit Flavor: Sweet classic muscadine flavor\u003cbr\u003eHarvest Season: Mid-August through early September\u003cbr\u003ePollination: Self-pollinating\u003cbr\u003eSpecial Features: Thick crack-resistant skins, native grape variety, warm climate tolerant\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 7–11\u003cbr\u003eSupport Needed: Trellis, arbor, or fence recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in full sun with sturdy support for best fruit production. Allow vines to establish strong roots for the first 1–2 years before encouraging heavy fruiting. Annual pruning improves airflow and increases grape yields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"PlantsruleShop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52499621970052,"sku":null,"price":63.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify2_9_e088de4b-bc2c-4720-9532-66b7e143e6e3.jpg?v=1783662655","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/alachua-muscadine-grape-vine-live-rooted-grape-plant-self-pollinating-muscadine-zones-7-11","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}