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Botanical Name: Vitis rotundifolia
In season July
How It Grows: Warm-season crop. Fruits mature and ready to harvest between July and August. Needs full sun and well-drained soil. Like most vining plants, thrives on trellises. For gardening information, visit UF/IFAS Gardening Solutions.
Nutrition: Excellent source of dietary fiber and vitamin K. Good source of potassium and vitamin C.
Taste and Texture: Juicy, sweet, and somewhat tart. The skin is thick and somewhat bitter. There are small seeds inside.
Cooking Ideas: Excellent eaten on their own, but are also delicious when used to make jams or jellies!
Prep Instructions: Remove stems, rinse, and enjoy!
Region of Origin: North America (Southeastern U.S.)
Resource: Grapes (Ask IFAS), https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu/topics/grapes
Fun Fact: Green muscadine grape varieties are called “scuppernongs.”
Storage Tips: Place unwashed in a container, plastic bag, or a clamshell dish, and place in fridge.
Shelf Life: Keeps well for between 2–3 weeks due to thick skin.
Waste Reduction: Do not wash until ready to use to ensure good shelf life. Consider making a jam or jelly if there is excess.
Reference
FCS3410: Healthy Harvest: Florida Fruit and Nut Crops, https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/FY1553