Virginia Creeper Vine
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
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Perennials: Vine
Virginia Creeper
Zone
3: -40° to -30°
Min. Temp
Hardy: 28°
This fast growing vine easily clings to walls and other surfaces for a quick cover, with more open growth than its cousin Boston Ivy. Works well as a ground cover, blanketing unsightly areas. Its small, purple-black, ornamental berries are a good winter food source for birds.
Appearance
Summer Foliage
Green
Fall Foliage
Red
Flower Color
Green
Blooming Time
not applicable - not applicable
Habit
Vining
Height
40-50 ft
Spread
10–20 ft
Form
Panicle
Characteristics
Type
Native Selection
Safety
Toxic to Dogs/Cats
Growth Rate
Fast
Tolerance/Resistance
Drought Tolerant
Attracts
Attracts Birds
Uses/Placement
Groundcover
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure
Full Sun - Part Sun
Soil Texture
Adaptable
Soil Drainage
Adaptable
Soil Moisture
Dry
Soil PH
Adaptable
PH Tolerance
Adaptable to a wide pH range
Soil Amendment(s)
Compost
Fertilizer
Moderate Feeder
Fertilizer Formula
Balanced Fertilizer
Fertilizer Timing
Early Spring
Micronutrients
Trace Minerals Beneficial
Care
Care Level
Low
Behavior and Propagation
Spreading
Aggressive Spreader
Propagation Method
Benefits from Pollinators
Propagation Licensing
Open propagation permitted
Division Timing
Rarely Needs Division