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Position

Sun Exposure:
Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade
Aspect:
South facing, west facing

Soil

Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Ampelopsis brevipedunculata 'Elegans' is a modest growing climber that deserves to be much better known. It bears striking pink, cream and green variegated leaves which resemble those of a small hop or vine, and contrast well with the pink tendrils by which the plant attaches itself to a trellis or a similar support. After a hot summer, small gem-like turquoise fruits appear.

Grow Ampelopsis brevipedunculata 'Elegans' in moist but well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade, trained on a trellis or over an arch with one or two hybrid clematis. Hardy and frost tender, this plant tolerates most soils, even naturally poor soil, but must be kept moist. It can grow in semi-shade or no-shade areas. Since the stems die down to ground level each winter, Ampelopsis brevipedunculata 'Elegans' stays compact without the need for pruning. However, it's a good idea to cut old stems back to the ground in late autumn when they die back naturally.

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Ampelopsis ‘Elegans’ and wildlife

Ampelopsis ‘Elegans’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Ampelopsis ‘Elegans’ poisonous?

Ampelopsis ‘Elegans’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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