Ampelopsis brevipedunculata - Amur peppervine

continental : They prefer locations where they can receive direct sunlight for at least few hours.
Normally these are very rustic plants, therefore can be grown in the garden all year long.

alpine : It is advisable to place these plants in a very bright location, exposed to direct sunlight.
The Ampelopsis brevipedunculata are rustic plants, they can tolerate without any problem also intense frosts; during particularly rigid winters cover the aerial part with frost cloth.

mediterranean : Place these plants in a very bright location, possibly exposed to direct sunlight.
They are very rustic plants, that do not suffer from cold.

Fertilization Ampelopsis brevipedunculata : Climbing plants do not have a well developed root system and often produce a generous vegetation every year; for this reason it is advisable to fertilize them regularly, starting from winter, using preferably a slow-release fertilizer, to be buried at the base of the plant every 3-4 months.

continental : Remember to water The Ampelopsis brevipedunculata only when the soil is dry. During waterings try to dampen deeply the substrate, avoiding to drench it excessively.

alpine : The Ampelopsis brevipedunculata prefer fresh but not soaked soils, therefore water only when the soil has been dry for few days; providing more frequent waterings in summer and avoid to give water in winter or during the coldest periods of the year.

mediterranean : The Ampelopsis brevipedunculata needs very regular and generous waterings; give a good amount of water every week from March to October, but remember to allow the soil to dry out between two waterings. During very cold months or particularly rainy periods we can avoid watering.

Treatments Ampelopsis brevipedunculata : Normally we intervene in case parasites are on the plant; in any case a precautionary treatment against fungal diseases in spring can be useful, applying Bordeaux mixture on the buds before they grow too much.