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Virginia creeper

Parthenocissus quinquefolia 'Engelmannii'

A climberScreening a view

Autumn colourGoes upwardsTakes shade

Virginia creeper
The picture illustrates the species and is generated from its botanical name, not photographed in a particular garden.

What it needs, what it becomes

TypeClimbers
FamilyVitaceae
Size when mature12 m tall, 3 m across
LightFull sun, Part sun, Shade
MoistureDry, Medium
Soilloam, clay, sand
Soil pH5.5 to 8
Hardy to-35 degrees
FlowersJune
For pollinatorsGood
WaterLow water
UpkeepLittle
GrowthFast
In EuropeIntroduced
Spreading riskModerate, plant with care
If eatenPeople: Can upset a stomach · Dogs: Can upset a stomach · Cats: Can upset a stomach
Worth knowingDrops fruit, which makes a mess over paving

Safety

Reviewed and approved for Poland by a qualified gardener with thirty years of practice, 2026-09-22.

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