How to Grow and Care for peppervine

Pepper vine (Ampelopsis arborea) is a plant native to the southwestern region of the United States. It is planted as an ornamental vine in gardens, but gardeners must be careful because it can rapidly grow and pull down the branches from other trees.

Porcelain berry (Ampelopsis heterophylla var. vestita) is native to the Anhui, Fujian, Guizhou, Hebei, Henan, Huangdi, Jiangxi, Sichuan, Yunnan, and Zhejiang provinces of China. This species grows at elevations up to 2000 m. It is often found in forests and valleys.

Porcelain berry, or Ampelopsis heterophylla var. brevipedunculata, is a member of the grape family whose vines can grow up to 8 m long. While the berries are technically edible, they are not particularly palatable.

Variegated virginia creeper is a climbing vine known for its lush foliage which changes from bronze-tinted green to deep green as it matures. It sprouts small, inconspicuous flowers, followed by birds-attracting ornamental berries that shift from green to a medley of yellow, then red, and finally a dark blue or purple. Thriving in temperate climates, variegated virginia creeper can adapt to various soil types, benefiting from full sun to partial shade. Its vigorous growth habit makes it an excellent choice for covering trellises and fences.

Japanese peppervine is a climbing vine that thrives in the dappled sunlight of forest edges and woodlands. With its heart-shaped leaves and delicate tendrils, it easily scales nearby structures to reach light. In summer, inconspicuous flowers give way to non-edible, ornamental berries that transition from green to deep purple, adding visual interest to its environment.