AMPELOPSIS
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AMPELOPSIS
See also Vitis
Genus of about 25 species of mainly vigorous woody, deciduous climbers which are good for covering structures but should be prevented from growing around roofs and eaves.
Flowers are insignificant but some species have ornamental berries.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Excellent for covering a wall, pergola or tree. Do not allow to grow in to roof tiles or guttering -
Pests & Diseases
Trouble free -
Place of origin
Western China -
DeciduousLeaves to 60cm (24in) long, composed of 7-9 ovate to ovate-oblong, dark green leaflets, glaucous on the reverse. Autumn colours of red, pink and orange before falling
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Fully hardy
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Bipinnate
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Pinnate
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Ovate
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Height
5m (16ft) -
Spread
4m (13ft)
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ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingVigorous climber. Produces few-flowered axillary cymes of flowers followed by top-shaped pink berries, 6mm (¼in) across, ripening to black
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
