Wait until mid-February to prune your muscadines

Frank Humphries Florida A&M University Pruning vines too early creates a higher risk of cold damage during unpredictable winter warm-ups and frost events. Muscadines are a grape native to the southeastern United States, known for their unique flavor, sweet berries and strong adaptation to the region’s hot, humid climate. Typically enjoyed fresh, they are also used for juice, jelly and wine. They are an excellent crop for both commercial growers and hobbyist home vineyards. As temperatu