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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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Pests & Diseases
None -
Place of origin
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DeciduousLeaves of 3-5 oval 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
10m (33ft) -
Spread
6m (20ft) -
ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingLightly self-clinging 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 - 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) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
Colours best in partial shade as veins fade in sunlight. -
harmful if eaten
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents -
skin irritant
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
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