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Engelman Ivy Virginia Creeper

Parthenocissus quinquefolia 'Engelmannii'

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  • Prevents restricted plants from shipping to your state
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Plant Profile & Growing Essentials

Cold hardy, Fast-growing, Fall Color/Interest, Native, Slopes/Erosion Control, Hedge/Screen, Salt Tolerant, Heat Tolerant, Drought resistant, and Non-invasive

Specifications
  • Botanical Name
    Parthenocissus quinquefolia 'Engelmannii'
  • Height
    30-50 ft
  • Width
    2-3 ft
  • Growing Zones
    3-9
  • Sunlight
    • Full sun
  • Growth Rate
    Fast
  • Leaf Color
    • Green
    • Red
  • Fall Color
    Brilliant red and purple
  • Pollinator Friendly
    Yes
  • Pollinator Required
    No
  • Bloom Period
    Early Summer, Late Summer
  • Does Not Ship To
    AK, HI, ID, MT, OR

Planting & Care

Where to Plant

  • Sunlight: This vine is incredibly versatile, thriving in everything from full sun to full shade. For the most brilliant red fall color, aim for at least six hours of direct sunlight. In deep shade, the foliage remains a lush green but will be less likely to produce that iconic autumn glow.
  • Soil: It prefers well drained soil but is famous for its adaptability to heavy clay or sandy spots. If you have heavy clay, mix in some organic compost at planting time to help the roots breathe and prevent "wet feet."

Watering Requirements

During the first year, water your ivy twice a week to ensure the root system anchors deeply into the soil. Once established, this vine is remarkably drought tolerant and can handle dry spells without much fuss. If the plant is consistently underwatered, you will notice smaller leaves and a thinner "curtain" of growth, so provide a deep soaking during extreme summer heat to keep the canopy dense.

Pruning Tips

Engelman Ivy blooms on old wood, but since the flowers are inconspicuous, pruning is mostly about managing size and direction. The best time to prune is in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Think of it like a haircut; you are simply removing the "split ends" or stray vines that have wandered onto windows or gutters to keep the plant looking tidy and vigorous.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow release fertilizer in early spring just as the buds begin to swell. Avoid using high nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer, as this encourages soft, tender growth that can be easily damaged by the first frost. A single spring feeding provides all the fuel the vine needs to cover a fence or wall in a single season.

Great Native Vine Brings On The Fall Color!

  • Native, Quick-Grower
  • Stunning Fall Color!
  • Easy Care
  • Self-Clinging, No Need To Train

Americans have a love/hate relationship with Virginia Creeper. Some people feel that it is too aggressive and consider it an invasive species. (It isn't. It's native to the US, so it can't be considered invasive. Perhaps aggressive, but more on that later...) Some people can't get enough of it and love in clambering over their walls, fences and barns. (Yay, you people! We're about to preach to the choir.)

If you're in neither group and Virginia Creeper is new to you, then welcome to the wonderful world of this sweet vine!

Engelman Ivy is not a true ivy, but it is a spectacular vine. It is smaller leaved than other Virginia Creepers and not as vigorous (which is good for those people afraid that it will take over their yard). It has little pads that helps it cling really well to walls, fences and just about any flat surface. (Make sure that you plant it where you want it, because it doesn't like to give up its vertical space once it's taken it.)

Engelman Ivy is one of the most beautiful of the fall colored vines. It turns a rich burgundy in autumn, sometime with copper or bronze highlights. It will quickly (and we mean quickly) cover up an eyesore for you. Don't be afraid to use this beauty along a wooden fence or to stabilize the ground along a slope. Wildlife love its little purple berries and it is picturesque all year. A perfect backdrop for a bed of evergreens, you shouldn't be afraid to use this healthy native in your garden! Order yours today.

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