It isn't just purple (or red or black) seedless grapes that you can grow at home either. Green cultivars like 'Lakemont', which is hardy in zones 5 through 8, are also readily available.

Nutritionwise, red grapes have a slight edge over other types. Scholars tell us that grapes date back to prehistoric times, and humans have cultivated them for over 7,000 years.

Chef Suzanne Goin serves it alongside seedless red grapes that are roasted with salt, sugar, and grapeseed oil to intensify their flavor and texture. Get the Recipe. Save. 09 of 13.

Grapes are a fun and healthy snack and can grow well in Iowa. Experts have recommendations about which grape varieties to grow and offer best practices for harvesting and producing.