Ampelopsis comes from Asia and often gets confused for a grape species.The climbing vine has tendrils reaching 15’ – 20’ feet if allowed to spread.It produces broad leaves with white-shiny undersides and toothed margins.The plant is a climber and clings to surfaces with its tendrils.As the temperatures start to drop at the end of the fall season, the leaves drop.It then produces new growth in the spring.
Water the plant evenly and frequently throughout the spring, summer, and fall.In the winter, allow the soil to dry.The porcelain berry doesn’t need much water in the winter unless the leaves start to wither.
It also doesn’t need a lot of sunlight.Place it under partial shade.If grown indoors, set it near any window except a south-facing window to avoid giving it direct sunlight.
Feed the plant every other week throughout the active growing seasons.Don’t fertilize at all during the winter.
Manage the growth of the plant by pruning it back in late winter.During the spring or summer, trim back stray shoots as needed.
While the plant tolerates cooler temperatures, freezing temperatures can stunt the growth of the plant.