Virginia creeper
Parthenocissus quinquefolia var. engelmannii
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Layering Propagation,Cutting,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 9
Flowers:
Greenish-white Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
Fruits Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red,purple
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Virginia creeper should be watered about once a week during the growing season, which is typically in late spring and throughout the summer. In hotter summer climates, it may need water twice a week. It is important that the plant's soil is allowed to dry out between waterings. During the winter months, it will not need to be watered as much. Watering once a month should suffice, depending on climate and weather conditions.
sunlight
Virginia creeper can tolerate partial shade to full sun and prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. During summer months, it should not be exposed to extremely hot, full sun, as this can cause the foliage to scorch. Virginia creeper may need protection from the afternoon sun in particularly hot climates. Avoid planting in full shade, however, as this may limit its growth and flowering potential.
pruning
Virginia creeper should generally be pruned in late winter or early spring. Pruning should be light and done to remove dead or diseased branches and to promote air circulation. The plant generally requires minimal pruning, but if it begins to become overgrown, removal of as much as 1/3 of its branches can be done. Generally, any pruning at all should be done in moderation and the plant should not be sheared.
