Vitis vinifera 'Muscat of Alexandria'

Grow Vitis vinifera 'Muscat of Alexandria' if you want sweet, aromatic grapes at home. This vigorous grape vine produces large bunches of golden-green fruit with a strong muscat flavour.

The grapes ripen in late autumn and can be eaten fresh, dried, or used for making sweet wine.

• Height: Up to 8–10m
• Spread: 4–6m
• Position: Full sun, sheltered
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
• Harvest: Late autumn

Key Features

• Large bunches of golden-green grapes
• Sweet, aromatic muscat flavour
• Suitable for fresh eating, drying, or wine
• Vigorous growth for walls or greenhouse training

Wildlife Benefits

• Flowers attract pollinating insects
• Dense foliage provides shelter for insects
• Fruit may support birds if left on the vine

Grow it alongside other fruiting plants to increase garden diversity. Do you want to harvest fruit while supporting wildlife?

Also Known As

• Grape 'Muscat of Alexandria'
• Vitis 'Hanepoot'
• Vitis vinifera 'Muscat D'Alexandria'

Planting Tips

• Best grown in a greenhouse or against a warm wall in the UK
• Provide strong support such as wires or trellis
• Prune annually in winter to maintain shape and fruiting
• Water regularly during the growing season
• Ensure good ventilation when grown under cover

Place it where it gets maximum sunlight. This helps the grapes develop full sweetness.