Grape — Muscat of Alexandria

Vitis vinifera "Muscat of Alexandria"

Ancient table-grape variety with intensely aromatic green to amber fruit. Demanding of heat to ripen well.

Hardiness ratings

Grape — Muscat of Alexandria hardiness across the four zone systems
SystemRatingTemperature rangeHow to read it
USDA hardiness zone Zone 7–11 −17.8 °C to 10 °C Plant tolerates down to this zone
RHS hardiness rating H5 −15 °C to −10 °C Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance
Canadian plant hardiness zone Zone 7–9 −12 °C and warmer Plant tolerates down to this zone
Australian (ANBG) zone Zone 3–7 −5 °C and warmer Plant tolerates down to this zone

Growing notes

  • Long, hot, dry summers needed — disappointing in cool maritime climates
  • Susceptible to powdery mildew in humid weather

Pet caution: Grape — Muscat of Alexandria is listed as potentially harmful to cats and/or dogs. Keep pets from grazing on it, and contact a vet if you suspect your animal has eaten some.

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Reference

Grape — Muscat of Alexandria on Wikipedia