Anna Pavord: It is possible to grow grape vines in this country

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Grapes make up the biggest single fruit crop in the world. Given the amount of liquid that finds its way down the throats of wine buffs each year, this is perhaps not surprising. But gardeners may not be growing grapes primarily for their alcoholic potential. Vines are blessed with an elegant, venerable habit of growth and excellent, shading foliage. Trained over a seat or an arbour, a vine gives just the right air of productive ease in a garden.










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