Name: Vitis rotundifolia 'Southern Home' (Southern Home Muscadine Grape)

Average Landscape Size: 15–20 ft spread when mature; vigorous climbing vine habit

Sun Requirements: Full sun; needs 6+ hours of direct sunlight for best fruit production

Water Needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established, regular water during fruit development

Deer Resistance: Low to moderate; may need protection when young

Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 7–9; excellent winter hardiness for Willis area

Fertilization & Pruning: Balanced fertilizer in early spring; prune in late winter before bud break

Detailed Description: Here's your ticket to homegrown sweetness with this fantastic Southern Home Muscadine! This is a true Texas native that absolutely thrives in our Willis climate – we're talking bulletproof reliability here! What makes this variety special is that it's self-pollinating, so you only need one vine to get those delicious bronze grapes. The fruit is incredibly sweet with that distinctive muscadine flavor that's perfect for fresh eating, jams, or even wine making. This vigorous vine will quickly cover an arbor or fence, giving you both beautiful coverage and a bountiful harvest. Being a native Texas plant, it handles our heat, humidity, and occasional cold snaps like a champion. Once established, it's remarkably drought tolerant too – perfect for our unpredictable weather patterns!