{"product_id":"merlot-wine-grape-vine-live-plant-1-2-year-old-pruned-well-rooted-vitis-vinifera-red-wine-grape-vineyard-backyard-fruit-vine","title":"Merlot Wine Grape Vine Live Plant – 1–2 Year Old | Pruned \u0026 Well Rooted Vitis vinifera | Red Wine Grape | Vineyard \u0026 Backyard Fruit Vine","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eGrow one of the world’s best-known wine grapes at home with this live Merlot grape vine. Botanically classified as Vitis vinifera ‘Merlot’, this classic red wine grape cultivar produces clusters of dark blue to purple-black grapes when mature and is widely grown for winemaking.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYou will receive one established 1–2 year old vine that has been pruned and developed a healthy root system. Merlot vines are vigorous climbing plants that perform best when trained on a sturdy trellis, arbor, fence, or vineyard-style support system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eGrape vines naturally enter dormancy and are commonly pruned during the dormant season. Depending on the season and shipping date, your plant may therefore arrive with few or no leaves. With proper planting, sunlight, drainage, and seasonal pruning, it can develop into a productive perennial fruiting vine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 live Merlot wine grape vine\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Approximately 1–2 years old\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Pruned and well rooted\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Classic Vitis vinifera wine grape cultivar\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Dark-colored wine grapes when mature\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003cbr\u003eCommon Name: Merlot Wine Grape\u003cbr\u003eBotanical Name: Vitis vinifera ‘Merlot’\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous perennial fruiting vine\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Stage: 1–2 year old established vine\u003cbr\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun, ideally 6–8+ hours daily\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Fertile, well-draining soil; avoid persistently waterlogged conditions\u003cbr\u003eWatering: Moderate; water consistently during establishment, then deeply as needed\u003cbr\u003eMature Height: Approximately 6–10+ feet when trained; size is controlled through support and pruning\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate to fast once established\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: Approximately 7–10, depending on local climate and growing conditions\u003cbr\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes, with a large container, sturdy support, and regular pruning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e💡 Care Tip: Plant your Merlot vine in a sunny location with excellent drainage and provide a trellis or other sturdy support from the beginning. Water consistently during its first growing season while the root system establishes. Annual dormant-season pruning is important for controlling growth and encouraging productive fruiting wood.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Locally Grown Arkansas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52247980114241,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0980\/0758\/0993\/files\/Salinandari_9.52-2026-09-22T202909.967.jpg?v=1790083765","url":"https:\/\/faithfolkstudio.com\/products\/merlot-wine-grape-vine-live-plant-1-2-year-old-pruned-well-rooted-vitis-vinifera-red-wine-grape-vineyard-backyard-fruit-vine","provider":"FaithFolkStudio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}