Vitis vinifera ‘Purpurea’

Are you seeking dramatic foliage and excellent coverage for a sunny wall or pergola in your UK garden? Let us introduce you to the Vitis vinifera ‘Purpurea’, a vigorous climbing vine celebrated for its richly coloured leaves and spreading habit, which provides wonderful architectural interest throughout the growing season.

This plant offers a continuous display, beginning with emerging green leaves that swiftly mature into deep purple and burgundy tones all summer long, complemented by occasional greenish-white flowers in June. As the seasons transition, the foliage ignites into fiery crimson and rich purple hues before leaf drop, and late summer may bring small clusters of deep purple grapes, though we recommend enjoying the visual display more than the flavour.

For the best performance, ensure this variety receives full sun in a sheltered spot, as it will happily establish roots in most well-drained UK soils including clay, loam, or chalk; it is perfectly suited for creating high-impact screening or adorning an arbor, making it a fantastic choice for adding deep colour to your garden screening ideas.