Merlot Grape Features_For Hot Climates This extraordinarily large plum is

This extraordinarily large plum is sweet

If left to fully ripen the plums are golden

Partially self-fruitful

It shows some resistance to brown rot and other diseases

greenish-yellow pears are sweet

Merlot Grape Features_For Hot Climates This extraordinarily large plum isVitis vinifera 'Merlot' A dark blue grape from Bordeaux, France, that makes a delicious red wine by itself or blended; noted for berry, tea leaf, plum, and currant flavors. It needs a warm, dry climate where the thin skinned berries will ripen in September or October. Requires multiple pickings for peak quality fruits. Cold hardy to USDA Zone 6 Click here to read our Grape Growing Guide