Grow Your Own Fresh Fruit!
‘Mars’ (Plant patent 5680), a release from the University of Arkansas, is a vigorous, blue seedless grape that tolerates hot, summer areas. ‘Mars’ Seedless withstands powdery mildew & black rot! The flavor is mild and delicious for fresh eating. The berries are slipskin (having a tough skin that separates readily from the pulpy flesh). Clusters are medium sized, cylindrical, and well filled. Grapes are not particular about soil preference and do especially well in clays and loams that have been improved with organic matter.

The vines are allowed to run as they will the first year and the posting or staking is done the second or third year when you will prune heavily, leaving only 2 or 3 buds on the strongest stem. As it grows you’ll keep only the most vigorous sprout to form the main stem. Shallow cultivation and mulching are beneficial.

Availability

#	Description	Qty per Unit	Units Available	Price/Unit
Bulk
GR130BAG	Grape 'Mars' Seedless (Patent #5680)	10	78	$42.00

Plant Details +

Botanical	Vitis 'Mars'
Size	1 YR #1
Height	Varies
Spacing	3'
Hardiness	Zones 5-8
Exposure	Full sun
Foliage	Large, dark green
Fruit	Dark-blue
Harvest	Ripens in August

Planting/Care Instructions +

Planting Instructions: May be planted in any well-drained soil. Dig a hole large enough to encompass the roots without bending or circling. Set the plant in place so the crown (part of the plant where the roots meet the stem) is about 1-2" below the soil surface. Cover with soil to the original soil surface and water thoroughly. Fertilize when planting. Best grown in deep, loamy, medium wet, well-drained soils in full sun. Tolerates a wide range of soil conditions, including average garden soils, but must have good drainage. Best sited in a location sheltered from winter winds (preferably a southern facing slope) and well removed from frost pockets. Self-pollinating. Grapes need a support system, training, regular spraying and regular pruning to maximize fruit production.

Pests or Diseases: Grape plants require a fair amount of maintenance and pruning. If given the proper amount of care, these wonderful fruits will provide you and your family with years of pleasure.