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Seedless Sweet Black Long Moon Drops (Sweet Sapphire) Variety Air Layered Grapes Plant

Seedless Sweet Black Long Moon Drops (Sweet Sapphire) Variety Air Layered Grapes Plant

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The Black Long Grape vine (often known by variety names like Moon Drops, Sweet Sapphire, or Black Finger) is a striking botanical marvel. It trades the light jade of the green variety for deep, midnight hues and a bold, dramatic presence.

Here is a descriptive breakdown of this plant:

The Vine & Foliage

The Trunk: Features a rugged, shaggy bark that twists with age, often turning a darker, more "antique" brown than other varieties.

Vigorous Growth: A high-climbing deciduous vine that uses strong, wiry tendrils to scale trellises, arbors, or pergolas with surprising speed.

The Leaves: Large, deep emerald leaves with five distinct lobes. They provide a heavy, cooling canopy that protects the dark fruit from direct scorching while creating a lush, "Secret Garden" atmosphere.

Autumn Color: As the season ends, the leaves often transition into brilliant shades of burgundy and gold before falling, revealing the intricate structure of the vine.

The Fruit (The Jewels)

Unique Silhouette: Unlike traditional round grapes, these are elongated and tubular, resembling small, elegant eggplants or dark "fingers."

Midnight Palette: The skin is a deep indigo-black, so dark it often appears obsidian. It is usually coated in a natural, silvery-blue "bloom" (a waxy protective layer) that gives them a velvety, frosted look.

The "Dimple": Many long black varieties feature a characteristic "belly button" or dimple at the base of the grape, adding to their exotic appearance.

Crisp Texture: The fruit is known for its remarkable "snap"—the skin is taut and firm, while the inside is dense and seedless.

Sensory & Flavor Profile

Deep Sweetness: The flavor is more concentrated than green grapes, often described as having notes of mulberry, plum, and honeyed concord juice.

Aromatic: In the heat of late summer, a ripening black grape vine emits a rich, wine-like fragrance that attracts birds and butterflies alike.

Tannic Balance: The dark skins contain high levels of anthocyanins (antioxidants), which provide a very slight, pleasant earthy undertone that balances the intense sugar.

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Seedless Sweet Black Long Moon Drops (Sweet Sapphire) Variety Air Layered Grapes Plant
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Regular price
Rs. 799.00
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Rs. 799.00
Sale price
Rs. 399.00/ea
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