Virginia Creeper. A vigorous climber with dull mid-green leaves, turning a red in autumn. Max Height 15m. Partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
A vigorous climber with dull mid-green leaves, turning a red in autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Parthenocissus |
|---|---|
| Species | quinquefolia |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Virginia Creeper |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 15m |
| Family | Vitaceae |
| Spread | |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Climbing wall |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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