Parthenocissus quinquefolia (Vita Canadiana)

Parthenocissus quinquefolia , also known as Canadian Vine or Virginia Vine , is a very fast-growing perennial climbing plant in the Vitaceae family. This plant is native to North America and is often used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive appearance and ability to quickly cover large areas.

Main features :

1. Leaves : Parthenocissus quinquefolia has compound, palmate leaves consisting of five leaflets, hence the name "quinquefolia" (meaning "five leaves" in Latin). The leaves are usually green in summer, but in the fall, they take on a spectacular color ranging from bright red to purple.

2. Stems and growth : The plant is a climbing vine that can reach heights of up to 15-20 meters if properly supported. The stems are equipped with tendrils that end in adhesive suckers, allowing the plant to attach itself to vertical surfaces such as walls or fences.

3. Flowers : The flowers are small, yellow-green, and appear in clusters. Although not very visible or decorative, they are followed by small, blue-black fruits that are very attractive to birds.

4. Fruits : Fruits are berries about 5-7 mm in diameter, blue or black in color, and usually appear in clusters. They are not edible to humans and can be slightly toxic if ingested in large quantities, but are very attractive to birds.

5. Use : Parthenocissus quinquefolia is often used in gardens and landscaping to cover walls, fences, and other vertical structures. It is prized for its speed of growth and the vibrant colors of its leaves in autumn. It can also be used to create a natural shading effect on pergolas and other similar structures.

6. Care : It is a resistant plant and easy to maintain. It can grow in various soil conditions and tolerates partial shade well, although it prefers full sun exposure for optimal leaf coloration. Once established, Parthenocissus quinquefolia requires very little maintenance, being drought tolerant and relatively resistant to disease and pests.

This plant is an excellent choice for those who want to add a natural and changing decorative element to their garden, offering a show of colors that change with the seasons.

Cold resistance: -35°C
Height with pots included: approx. 20-30 cm
Pot diameter: 9 cm

The price is valid for 1 plant.

Plants for the garden or terrace are grown in unprotected spaces or with minimal protection (shading nets or anti-hail nets). For this reason, naturally, they cannot have perfect foliage - the leaves can show traces, defects or other damages.

In the autumn-winter season, the plants are sold without leaves.