Vitis ‘Vroege van der Laan’

Are you dreaming of enjoying homegrown fruit straight from your garden structure this summer? The Vitis ‘Vroege van der Laan’ is a fantastic choice, renowned for being a vigorous, climbing vine that reliably produces sweet, edible white grapes even when UK summers are cooler. This cultivar offers lovely seasonal interest as its large, lobed green leaves provide dense coverage before turning an attractive yellow hue in the autumn months.

For the best results cultivating this fruiting vine, it requires a sheltered position in full sun, making it perfect for placing against a south-facing wall or training over a substantial structure like a pergola or arch. It thrives in well-drained, fertile soil, so ensure you avoid any areas where water tends to sit after heavy rain. The early spring brings delicate green to yellow-green flowers, which then develop into those desirable clusters of fruit later in the year, providing value for pollinators.

This woody climber is best used where you can admire its structure and harvest its yield, making it excellent for training over pergolas, arches, or walls within your kitchen garden or productive borders. Its spreading stems and dense canopy make it a visually effective architectural element. With the right sunny placement and attention to soil drainage, you can look forward to enjoying homegrown harvests for years to come.