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Engelman's Virginia Creeper

Plant Information

Taxonomic Name: Parthenocissus quinquefolia cv. engelmannii
Common Name: Engelman's Virginia Creeper
Garden: Pergola
Zone: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Height: 120-144 inches
Light Requirements: Full sun, Morning sun with afternoon shade
Soil Conditions: Average well-drained soil, Tolerates periodic moisture
Special Characteristics:
  • Fall color deep burgundy
  • produces bitter fruits, less aggressive than the straight species, require regular pruning in spring or winter