Climber · Vitaceae family
Virginia creeper
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
In short a 10-second read
spacing 1.5 m
Where to plant and how much to water
Sun, soil and water.
It grows best in full sun to shade, in dry to average soil.
Sun
Soil
Watering
Frost
How much space it takes
Mature size.
The mature plant next to a person (175 cm).
Plant 1.5 m apart.
Reaches maturity in about 5–10 years. The final size depends on the cultivar and the spot — we give the range from smallest to largest.
Calendar
Through the year.
Months for Central Europe. The line shows the current month.
The year at a glance
Flowers
May–August · green or white
Planting
container plant: March–April, October–November
Feeding
Nutrition.
What to combine it with
Same needs, different flowering.
They share the same sun and soil and flower in other months — so the bed flowers for longer.
Frequently asked
Quick answers.
When does Virginia creeper flower?
In May–August; the flowers are green or white.
Does Virginia creeper tolerate shade?
Yes, it tolerates full shade.
How much space does Virginia creeper need?
At maturity 1.5–3.1 m wide and 9.2–15.3 m tall; recommended spacing 1.5 m.
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