Parthenocissus quinquefolia
virginia creeper
- 9cm pot | 30cm cane
- £14.99
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- 2 litre pot | 60cm cane
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- Position: full sun or shade
- Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: fast
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Justifiably popular thanks to its unrivalled autumn colour, this vigorous, self-clinging creeper nonetheless needs to be handled with care. Its five-pointed, deeply divided, mid-green leaves turn brilliant shades of crimson red in autumn and there are occasionally dark purple berries to add to the mix.
Parthenocissus quinquefolia is a showstopping plant that will quickly romp across a large wall but it needs lots of space, regular pruning and will smother other plants it finds in its way. All of this makes it an unsuitable choice for small gardens or for laissez-faire gardeners.
Parthenocissus quinquefolia is a showstopping plant that will quickly romp across a large wall but it needs lots of space, regular pruning and will smother other plants it finds in its way. All of this makes it an unsuitable choice for small gardens or for laissez-faire gardeners.
To avoid dry conditions, and to ensure good soil contact around the rootball, we advise planting climbers at least 30cm (12in), and preferably 45-60cm (18-24in) away from the base of a wall or fence. An even larger distance should be maintained when planting climbers beside an existing tree or shrub.
Plant Parthenocissus in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Dig a generous hole and enrich the soil with compost before planting, setting the crown at the same depth as in the pot. Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil moist until established.
Provide some support until the plant is well established (this may take up to two years). Once established, tie in stray shoots and prune in autumn or early winter to keep the plant within bounds, paying particular attention to stems that are encroaching on windows, gutters or roofs.
Plant Parthenocissus in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Dig a generous hole and enrich the soil with compost before planting, setting the crown at the same depth as in the pot. Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil moist until established.
Provide some support until the plant is well established (this may take up to two years). Once established, tie in stray shoots and prune in autumn or early winter to keep the plant within bounds, paying particular attention to stems that are encroaching on windows, gutters or roofs.
- Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten; skin irritant
Goes well with
Liriodendron tulipifera
12 litre pot | 1 - 1.25m tall
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