Growing table grapes on your own backyard arbor is a fun summer project. The arbor works as shading, a landscaping structure or as a secluded Italian-style retreat for you and your guests. As grapes grow, they cover the arbor, creating privacy and a naturally intimate setting for an outdoor patio or picnic area.

Grapevine arbor

Too bad that they were sprayed, though. Frank could see the residue all over them. They sure do look pretty.

Building a Grape Arbor is easier than you might think. Check out this post to see how we built this simple but beautiful grape arbor at our home.

A rustic arbor can add simple country charm to your garden. Create your own picturesque setting with these ideas.

This is the home of a Master Gardener who loves to create and recycle hidden treasure from the outdoors and indoors. Colorful outdoor fabrics are durable and tie together natures natural colors. This garden is continually develping and 1000's of hours have already contributed to it's beauty. #Bestof2012

An impromptu trip to my local nursery led to me "accidentally" come home with a new plant friend...a 'Razzmatazz' grapevine! This table grape variety is vigorous, disease resistant, heat tolerant, and delicious, which is exactly what I needed. The only problem was...I had nothing for it to grow on.