Star Showers® Virginia Creeper
Parthenocissus quinquefolia 'Monham'
SKU
00247
A fast-growing vine that clings to walls and other surfaces for a quick, dense cover. The lovely green leaves have speckled markings that resemble a heavy paint splatter pattern. The foliage develops an overcast of pink coloring in cooler weather. Deciduous.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Once established, water deeply, occasionally; more in extreme heat.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | par-the-no-SIS-us kwin-kwe-FOH-li-a |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Fast-growing stems quickly reach 20 to 35 ft. long. |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Mediterranean, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | 10 |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Erosion Control, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Woodland Garden, Coastal Exposure, Wildlife Garden, Ground Cover |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Soil Needs | Fruit Tree & Vine |
| Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Extreme Cold Hardiness, Fall Color, North American Native Selection, Waterwise, Fast Growing, Bird Friendly |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, water deeply, occasionally; more in extreme heat. |
| Companion Plants | Ninebark (Physocarpus); Euonymus (Euonymus); Juniper (Juniperus); Potentilla (Potentilla); Mock Orange (Philadelphus) |
Grows easily in average, well-drained soils; adaptable to most soil types. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer. Provide support such as a wall or fence. Prune annually to control size.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-9
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