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Virginia Creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia)
$8-15avg. price
Vine Deer ResistantDrought Tolerant

Virginia Creeper

Parthenocissus quinquefolia

Virginia creeper is a vigorous native vine with spectacular scarlet-red fall color. Its five-leaflet pattern (vs. poison ivy's three) makes it easy to identify. Birds love the blue-black berries.

Hardiness Zones
3-10
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Maintenance
Low
Mature Size
30-50 ft H × 5-10 ft W
Growth Rate
Fast
Bloom Season
Late Spring
Bloom Color
Green (inconspicuous)

Care Guide

Extremely adaptable — grows in any soil, any light, any condition. Climbs via adhesive discs (like ivy). Can be aggressive — prune annually to control. Keep off wood siding (discs leave marks). Excellent on masonry, fences, and arbors.

Landscape Uses

Fence coverMasonry coverArborFall colorWildlife habitat

Best Growing Regions

northeastmidwestsoutheastsouthwest

Great Companion Plants

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