Heart-leaf Ampelopsis
Ampelopsis cordata
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
120"–360" H × 36"–120" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AR, DE, FL and 19 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles, wasps
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Heart-leaf ampelopsis is a vigorous native vine that can reach 10-30 feet in height with heart-shaped leaves and small summer flowers. This deciduous climber produces small blue berries in fall and provides excellent coverage for fences, trellises, or arbors. It grows well in partial sun with moderate watering needs.
In an HOA neighborhood
Heart-leaf Ampelopsis 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.
- Very vigorous growth can appear uncontrolled
- May spread aggressively without regular pruning
- Bare stems in winter look stark
Wildlife value
The summer blooms attract bees, beetles, and wasps for pollination. Birds enjoy the small blue berries produced in fall.
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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