🌿 Basic Information
Common name: Black Moon Grapes
Type: Table grape (seedless or very low seeds)
Botanical group: Vitis vinifera
Fruit color: Dark purple to almost black
Taste: Sweet, mildly tangy, juicy
Berry size: Very large (one of the biggest grape varieties)
🌱 Plant Characteristics
Growth habit: Climbing vine
Vine vigor: Strong and fast-growing
Lifespan: 15–30 years with proper care
Training needed: Requires trellis, arbor, or support system
☀️ Climate & Soil
Climate:
Prefers warm, sunny climates
Ideal temperature: 15°C–35°C
Not very frost-tolerant
Sunlight:
Full sun (6–8 hours daily minimum)
Soil:
Well-drained sandy loam soil
pH: 6.0–7.5
Avoid waterlogging
💧 Watering
Moderate watering
Keep soil moist but not soggy
Reduce watering during fruit ripening for better sweetness
🌿 Planting & Spacing
Spacing: 6–10 feet between plants
Planting time (India):
Best in winter (Dec–Jan) or early spring
✂️ Pruning & Care
Requires regular pruning (very important for grapes)
Prune during dormancy (late winter)
Remove excess shoots to improve fruit quality
Use fertilizers rich in potassium and phosphorus