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PARTHENOCISSUS henryana
Commonly known as Chinese Virginia creeper
Dark green foliage veined silver, turning red in autumn
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Deciduous - leaves of 5 leaflets to 12cm (5in) long.
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Height - 10m (33ft) -
Spread - 6m (20ft)
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Climber - Some of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clinging - lightly self-clinging climber.
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Hardy - cold winter - Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Full sun -
Partial shade - colours best in partial shade as veins fade in sunlight. -
Harmful if eaten - These will give you an upset tummy, so please don't eat any of these. - berries can cause mild stomach upset. -
Additional Features - Pests & Diseases - - none -
Place of origin - China -
Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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Pruning group - 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.
RHS group 9 & 11 -
Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil -
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