Cowart Muscadine Grape Vine
'Cowart' is a popular, self-pollinating muscadine variety that delivers generous yields of deep purple to black grapes. The fruit is sweet, juicy, and perfect for snacking, juicing, jelly, or wine production.
Highly adaptable and disease-resistant, Cowart vines grow quickly and perform best in full sun with well-drained soil. It's ideal for home gardeners in southern USDA zones and can be grown on trellises, fences, or arbors.
- � Produces sweet, large, black muscadine grapes
- � Self-pollinating and productive
- � Requires full sun and moderate watering
- � Excellent disease and pest resistance
- � Mature Size: 15–20 ft. vines
- � Great for fresh eating, jelly, juice, and wine
Note: Cowart performs best in USDA Zones 7–10. Provide support such as a trellis or fence for proper growth and airflow.
Growing Zones: 7–10 outdoors

| Mature Height: | 15–20 ft. vines |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Mature Width: | 6–10 ft. spread |
| Botanical Name: | Vitis rotundifolia 'Cowart' |
| Growth Rate: | Fast |
| Harvest Time: | Late Summer to Early Fall |
| Type: | Fruit Vine (Muscadine Grape) |
FAQ's
Is Cowart Muscadine self-pollinating?
Yes, Cowart is a self-fertile variety and does not require a separate pollinator.
How does it taste?
Cowart grapes are very sweet and juicy, making them ideal for fresh eating or wine production.
What support is needed?
Use a trellis, fence, or arbor to support the vigorous vines and promote fruiting.
Is Cowart disease resistant?
Yes, this variety has good resistance to common grape diseases and pests.
When is harvest season?
Expect grapes to ripen in late summer through early fall, depending on your region.