Frost Grape
Vitis vulpina
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
120"–600" H × 120"–300" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul
Native to
AL, AR, DE, FL and 25 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles, flies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Frost grape is a vigorous native climbing vine that can reach impressive sizes, scrambling over fences, arbors, or other support structures. It produces small clusters of dark purple grapes in late summer and displays attractive fall foliage colors.
In an HOA neighborhood
Frost Grape takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Extremely vigorous growth can appear uncontrolled
- May overwhelm structures and look unkempt
- Requires frequent pruning to maintain neat appearance
Wildlife value
The flowers attract bees, beetles, and flies during summer blooming. Birds eagerly consume the small grapes, and the dense foliage provides nesting sites and cover.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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