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This ornamental vine is a magnificent climber for roomy situations where it will not need cutting back. It does not tame sufficiently to fit onto small pieces of trellis on a house wall. The large rounded leaves, which can be almost 30cm (1ft) across on a large specimen, are much less lobed than those of a common grape vine and have a dimpled texture, which looks attractive throughout the summer. In autumn when they turn fiery red, gold and orange, the effect is amazing. Plants need netting or something similar to cling to. Plants prefer fertile, well-drained, chalky soil and a sunny or semi-shaded site. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its Award of Garden Merit.