Parthenocissus Quinquefolia (Virginia Creeper)
Parthenocissus Quinquefolia (Virginia Creeper)
Parthenocissus Quinquefolia (Virginia Creeper) is a vigorous, fast-growing deciduous vine, renowned for its lush green foliage that transforms into brilliant shades of red and purple in the autumn. This plant is commonly used as a climbing vine, making it ideal for covering fences, trellises, and walls. In the summer, it produces small, greenish flowers, which later give way to blue-black berries that attract birds.
Virginia Creeper thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to a variety of soil types, including poor or dry soils. Its ability to climb and spread quickly makes it perfect for providing privacy or shade in garden spaces. The plant requires minimal maintenance, though it can benefit from occasional pruning to control its growth. Its stunning autumn foliage and rapid coverage make Parthenocissus Quinquefolia a popular choice for gardeners looking to add colour, privacy, and texture to vertical spaces.
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Mature height
Up to 15–20 metres (when climbing)
Mature width
1–2 metres (when spreading)
Spacing
2-3 meters
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Foliage
Green foliage turning red and purple in autumn, with small greenish flowers and blue-black berries
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Summer [December–February]
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance
Low maintenance; prune periodically to control growth and maintain shape.