Vine, the plant that transforms every autumn!

Colorful Autumn Background Colorful autumn background: Virginia creeper plant in autumn (red, orange, green) colors. parthenocissus stock pictures, royalty-free photos & images

Plant description

H Αμπέλοψη (Parthenocissus quinquefolia) or otherwise parthenocissus the five-leaf clover is a deciduous, climbing plant. Its leaves are green pedals, which in autumn acquire a unique purple color and in winter shed them. The following spring it erupts again and develops propellers ending in suction cups, which make it easier for it to climb. It has no special requirements and shows very fast growth with its height exceeding ten meters.

Virginia Creeper, Fruit
Parthenocissus tricuspidata (Virginia creeper) in the garden Parthenocissus tricuspidata (Virginia creeper) in the garden. Shallow depth of field. parthenocissus flower stock pictures, royalty-free photos & images

From the end of spring to summer, its flowers appear in green colors. The fruit of the purple rail is toxic and should not be eaten. Contact of human skin with its leaves can cause dermatitis.

Wild grapes woe the facade of an old abandoned house The wooden facade of an old abandoned house, covered with wild ornamental grapes on a sunny day. parthenocissus plant stock pictures, royalty-free photos & images

Plant care

The vine belongs to the plants that do not have special climatic and soil requirements. It prefers sunny and bright places, but also grows in shady places. During the summer its water needs are moderate while the rest of the seasons it needs more sparse watering. It prefers well-drained soils and is planted both in the soil and in pots. The vine tolerates vigorous pruning and can be removed up to half to two thirds of the annual growth. It is advisable to remove weak or infected shoots from the base.

Autumnal view of red brick building covered by red foliage of parthenocissus. Autumnal view of red brick building covered by red foliage of parthenocissus. parthenocissus stock pictures, royalty-free photos & images

Diseases and enemies

The vine is a plant resistant to fungal diseases and has no serious enemies. It is usually affected by meligra. In case of infection, contact an agricultural store to obtain the appropriate plant protection product.

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