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Virginia
Creeper/
Boston Ivy
Parthenocissus
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Description: A deciduous vine that clings or runs over ground, fence, trellis or
trees. Leaves have saw-toothed edges and turn bright dull red in fall. Good
for slopes and can control erosion.
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| Common Name: |
Virginia Creeper |
| Botanical
Name: |
Parthenocissus |
| Type: |
Deciduous Vine |
| Soil
Preference: |
Tolerant of most soil
conditions; salt tolerant |
| Light
Requirements: |
Full Sun, Partial Sun,
Partial Shade |
| Attributes: |
Needs no support structure;
can become invasive |
| Pests: |
Canker and scale; leaf hoppers |
| Diseases: |
Leaf spot |
| Care: |
Planting Instructions: Trees
& Shrubs
Water & Fertilizer Schedule |
| Varieties:
This variety listing is for
informational purposes only,
it is not a catalog.
To view our catalog or availability, click
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Photo courtesy of Van Essen Nursery
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Parthenocissus
tricuspidata 'Calico Cat'
Boston Ivy
zones 5-7
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| Description:
A vigorous vine with mottled foliage of white, pink and burgundy on red stem
tendrils. Inconspicuous green flowers give way to blue-black fruit.
Attracts songbirds. |
| Bloom Color: |
n/a |
| Bloom Time: |
n/a |
| Foliage Color: |
Variegated |
| Height: |
20-30' |
| Spread: |
15-20' |
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Parthenocissus
quinquefolia 'Engelmanii'
Virginia Creeper
zones 3-9a
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| Description: Clings or runs over ground, fence, trellis or
trees. Leaves have saw-toothed edges and turn bright dull red in fall. Good
for slopes and can control erosion. |
| Bloom Color: |
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| Bloom Time: |
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| Foliage Color: |
Green; bright red fall color |
| Height: |
50' |
| Spread: |
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