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Ampelopsis brevipedunculata

Family Vitidaceae
Plant Type vine
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 3 - 7.5 m (10 - 25 ft)
Spread 1.5 - 7.5 m (5 - 25 ft)
Light full sun to shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The vine Ampelopsis brevipedunculata (amur peppervine) bears pale green flowers during mid-summer. The matte foliage is dark green in colour and medium in texture. Ampelopsis brevipedunculata (amur peppervine) bears showy and greyish blue fruit.
Typical Uses Hanging basket and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Ampelopsis brevipedunculata .
Cautions The growth rate of Ampelopsis brevipedunculata (amur peppervine) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Plan on regular maintenance to keep this vine looking its best. Depending upon your local conditions, Ampelopsis brevipedunculata (amur peppervine) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.