Japanese Creeper
Parthenocissus tricuspidata
Also listed as Ampelopsis tricuspidata, Ampelopsis veitchii
Also known as Boston Ivy, Japanese Ivy
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A vigorous climbing vine with adhesive disk-like rootlets that cling to surfaces without support. It displays deeply lobed foliage that turns striking red and purple in autumn, making it popular for covering walls and structures.
Why grow it
Japanese creeper offers reliable, self-clinging coverage for vertical surfaces without requiring a trellis or training system, distinguishing it from many climbing vines that need structural support. Its rapid growth and dense foliage make it effective for screening and erosion control on slopes, while the autumn color change provides seasonal interest that persists longer than many other deciduous climbers in temperate zones.
Watch out for
The plant can become heavy and pull away from aging mortar or damaged wall surfaces, so periodic inspection of attachment points is worthwhile on older structures. In ideal growing conditions, it may spread beyond intended boundaries and require regular pruning to prevent smothering nearby plantings or clogging gutters and downspouts.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Vitaceae
Native Range
Eastern Asia
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Climber
Vines that climb the layers above on a support.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A vigorous climbing vine with adhesive disk-like rootlets that cling to surfaces without support. It displays deeply lobed foliage that turns striking red and purple in autumn, making it popular for covering walls and structures.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Japanese Creeper grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Japanese creeper offers reliable, self-clinging coverage for vertical surfaces without requiring a trellis or training system, distinguishing it from many climbing vines that need structural support. Its rapid growth and dense foliage make it effective for screening and erosion control on slopes, while the autumn color change provides seasonal interest that persists longer than many other deciduous climbers in temperate zones.
Watch out for
The plant can become heavy and pull away from aging mortar or damaged wall surfaces, so periodic inspection of attachment points is worthwhile on older structures. In ideal growing conditions, it may spread beyond intended boundaries and require regular pruning to prevent smothering nearby plantings or clogging gutters and downspouts.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Vitaceae
Native Range
Eastern Asia
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Climber
Vines that climb the layers above on a support.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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