Grape ‘Chasselas Doré’ is a flavoursome white grape boasting large bunches of yellow-green fruits with a deliciously sweet flavour. The aromatic and juicy grapes will ripen in late September making it perfect for growing outside in the UK and eating the fruits freshly picked from the vine. In autumn, the leaves turn incredible shades of fiery-red and yellow to create a showy display.Height of cordon trained vine: 1.8m (6′).Spread of cordon trained vine: 1.5m (5′).Untrained plants may reach up to 8m (26′).
Growing Information
When growing grape vines choose a sunny position in any well drained soil. A south facing position against a wall is ideal. Grape vines require sturdy support for their twining stems. Before planting, prepare a framework of wires stretched horizontally between two sturdy 1.8m (6’) posts or attached to a warm wall. Prior to planting, incorporate plenty of well rotted manure or garden compost into the soil. Plant grape vines against the wire supports, allowing a distance of 2m (6’) between plants. After planting, reduce the newly planted grape vine back to height of the lowest support wire, and cut back any side shoots to one bud, before tying the main stem in to the supporting wires.