Virginia Creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia)
par-then-oh-SIS-us quinquefolia
Family
Vitaceae
Why Like
Virginia Creeper can climb 30-50' as its adhesive tendrils stick to flat surfaces including walls. Leaves (usually in bunches of 5) are purplish in spring, dark green in summer, and brilliantly crimson red in autumn. Black berries are enjoyed by birds.
Description
Named Cultivars
Parthenocissus 'Grand Slam', Parthenocissus quinquefolia 'Monham' STAR SHOWERS, Parthenocissus quinquefolia 'Troki' RED WALL, Parthenocissus quinquefolia 'Yellow Wall', Parthenocissus quinquefolia var. engelmannii