Overview
Ampelopsis brevipedunculata is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Ampelopsis, part of the Vitaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ampelopsis brevipedunculata grows best in full sun, partial shade and full shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include climbers, ground cover and wall shrubs.
About
Ampelopsis brevipedunculata, commonly known as porcelain berry, is a deciduous climbing shrub in the Vitaceae family. This robust woody vine features simple or lobed foliage that changes colour in autumn and produces inconspicuous greenish flowers in spring and summer, followed by distinctive berries. It thrives in a range of light conditions from full sun to full shade and adapts well to various soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is fertile and well-drained. Suitable for use as a climber or ground cover, it is hardy to UK zone H4 and can be propagated by layering or hardwood cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ampelopsis
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade, Full shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, West-facing, South-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Ampelopsis brevipedunculata size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber Wall Shrub
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Climbers, Ground cover, Wall shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ampelopsis brevipedunculata
- Propagation
- Layering, Hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Glasshouse red spider mite, Vine weevil
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ampelopsis brevipedunculata?
Ampelopsis brevipedunculata prefers full sun, partial shade and full shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Ampelopsis brevipedunculata need?
Ampelopsis brevipedunculata is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Ampelopsis brevipedunculata hardy in the UK?
Ampelopsis brevipedunculata has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Ampelopsis brevipedunculata?
Layering, Hardwood cuttings.
