Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Common name: Virginia Creeper
Low maintenance autumnal colour
-15 to -20°C
Good for Pollinators
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Parthenocissus quinquefolia, commonly known as Virginia Creeper, is a vigorous, deciduous climbing vine native to North America. It belongs to the grape family (Vitaceae) and is renowned for its ability to scale walls, fences, and trees using small adhesive tendrils tipped with discs. This fast-growing plant is often used for covering unsightly structures, providing both ornamental beauty and wildlife benefits. Its five-lobed leaves emerge green in spring and summer, turning brilliant shades of red and purple in autumn, making it a popular choice for seasonal interest. In summer, greenish, nectar-rich flowers attract bees and other pollinators, and are followed in autumn by small clusters of dark blue berries, which are an important food source for birds, though they are toxic if eaten by humans. Virginia Creeper thrives in various soil types and is highly adaptable, tolerating full sun to full shade. Valued for erosion control and its ability to insulate buildings, gardeners appreciate its low-maintenance nature – easily pruned if required to control the height and spread.
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Key Information
| Latin Name | Parthenocissus quinquefolia |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Virginia Creeper |
| Hardiness | H6 (-15 to -20°C) |
| Colour | Green |
| Format | 9cm Pots |
| Position | Full-Shade, Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height in Maturity (m) | 15.00 m |
| Spread in Maturity (m) | 8.00 |
| Soil Conditions | Chalk Clay Loam Sand |
| Soil Acidity | Acid Alkaline Neutral |
| Climbing | Yes |
| Aspect | East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing |
| Good for pots | Yes |
| Good for wildlife | Yes |
| Good for pollinators | Yes |
What Will I Receive?
Young Plants
Potted Plants
Bare Roots
Bulbs & Corms
