Tag Archives: Creeper

Trumpet Creeper

Trumpet Creeper (Campas radicans) is a native vine, exceptional for attracting hummingbirds. Though tolerant of many soil conditions, it is best planted in average, well-drained soil at the base of a fence, trellis, pergola, or tree where for support. With support, it can grow 20m high. Flowers can bloom from June through September;  profusely in […]

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Virginia Creeper

Virginia Creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia) Vining: 30-50′ tall (with support.) Flowering: mid-late August Fruiting: September Birds: thrushes, woodpeckers, vireos, and warblers.   CAUTION: VIRGINIA CREEPER FRUITS ARE POISONOUS. The fruits can produce symptoms including: Nausea, abdominal pain, bloody vomiting and diarrhea, dilated pupils, headache, sweating, weak pulse, drowsiness, twitching of face. ***Though considered poisonous, it is generally thought […]

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