Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Virginia Creeper
Description
This deciduous vine will grow to about 20' in length and has dark green, bronzy, toothed leaves that turn dark red in fall.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Vine
Height Range
3-6', 6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green, Red
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Blue
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Ranch, Tropical, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Background
Special Uses
Cascade, Container, Erosion Control, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Turn sprinklers on and view them operating at least once a month.
Check for and fix missing drip emitters, leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes. One broken spray sprinkler can waste 100 gallons in a 10 minute watering cycle.