Parthenocissus quinquefolia

Virginia creeper, woodbine

Virginia creeper may seem like an absurd choice in gardening, but this beautiful, efficient ground-covering vine is an excellent option in areas where little else will row. It climbs vigorously, turns brilliiantly red in the fall, and bares beautiful blue-purple berries on red stems.

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Height: 4-40 ft
Spread: 3-12 ft
Hardiness Zone: 3-9


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
• Shade
Soil Moisture
• Dry
• Average
Ecoregion
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
Ornamental Interest
• Spring Bloom
• Summer Fruit
• Fall Foliage
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Songbirds
• Host Plant
• Attracts Bees
Tolerance
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
• Salt Tolerant
• Urban Environment
• Drought Tolerant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Groundcover
• Naturalize
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• Red to Purple Fall Foliage
• Blue Fruit
Growth Habit
• Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


Virginia creeper - Parthenocissus quinquefolia from Native Plant Trust
Virginia creeper - Parthenocissus quinquefolia from Native Plant Trust
Virginia creeper - Parthenocissus quinquefolia from Native Plant Trust