They are relatively easy to grow and they need relatively few sprays for pest control. PDF Format for downloading this article. Bunch Grapes in the Home Garden Grapes are welcome summer treats that can be eaten fresh, processed into jellies, jams, juice or even fermented into wine. Grapes are adapted to many soil types, and can be quite long-lived. There are basically two kinds of grapes grown in North Carolina, bunch grapes and muscadine.
Bunch grapes produce berries in large clusters, and grow best in the mountains and piedmont areas.
In coastal plain areas, Pierce's disease kills or shortens the life expectancy of many popular bunch grapes. Muscadine grapes, exemplified by the Scuppernong variety and noted for having smaller clusters, are not affected by this disease. Muscadine Grapes in the Home Garden - Hort. PDF Format for downloading this article. Raspberries for the Home Garden Besides taking care to select only raspberry varieties which have been successful in your area, be sure to buy plants from a reputable nursery.