Evaluation of Cold-Hardy Grapes on the Wasatch Front

Authors

Michael Caron, Utah State UniversityFollow
Taun Beddes, Utah State UniversityFollow
Michael Pace, Utah State UniversityFollow
Brent Black, Utah State UniversityFollow

Document Type

Factsheet

Publisher

Utah State University Extension

Publication Date

11-2-2021

First Page

1

Last Page

7

Abstract

Grapes can be an excellent addition to home gardens and a revenue opportunity for small-acreage farms. Utah’s Wasatch Front region, along with portions of Cache Valley, are well suited to grow grapes, particularly the more cold-hardy cultivars. Many new cold-hardy cultivars have been introduced over the last few decades, including both wine and table types. However, many of these newer cultivars have not been adequately tested in Utah’s unique climate. Utah State University Extension conducted a grape cultivar comparison planting in Lehi, Utah. This fact sheet reviews the outcomes of the study and offers information on tested varieties that have a better chance of success along the Wasatch Front. It includes an appendix that pictures each cultivar in the study.

Recommended Citation

Caron, Michael; Beddes, Taun; Pace, Michael; and Black, Brent, "Evaluation of Cold-Hardy Grapes on the Wasatch Front" (2021). All Current Publications. Paper 2229.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/extension_curall/2229