PARTHENOCISSUS quinquefolia var. engelmannii
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PARTHENOCISSUS quinquefolia var. engelmannii
Commonly known as Boston ivy, Virginia creeper
Bright scarlet self-clinging Virginia creeper
£19.50 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Vitis/Parthenocissus quinquefolia var. engelmannii. considered less vigorous than the species. Invasive and illegal to allow to grow in the wild -
Place of origin
Eastern North America -
DeciduousLeaves with, usually, 5 oval, sharply toothed leaflets to 12cm (5in) long.
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Town garden
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Fully hardy
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Palmate
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Dentate
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Height
12m-15m (40ft-49ft) or more -
Spread
9m (30ft)
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ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingTendril climber.
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Pruning group 6
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents -
skin irritant
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Parthenocissus - Growing Guide