Amur Peppervine
Ampelopsis glandulosa
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
120"–360" H × 120"–360" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
MD
Pollinators
bees, wasps, beetles
Amur peppervine is a fast-growing deciduous vine that can quickly cover fences, trellises, or arbors with its attractive foliage. It produces small clusters of flowers in summer followed by colorful berries that change from green to blue to purple in fall. This vigorous climber needs sturdy support and regular pruning to keep it under control.
In an HOA neighborhood
Amur Peppervine takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Extremely vigorous growth can appear uncontrolled
- May spread beyond intended boundaries
- Can overwhelm other plants and structures
Wildlife value
The summer flowers attract bees, wasps, and beetles for pollination. Birds enjoy the colorful berries in fall, making this vine valuable for wildlife habitat.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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