Wonderful Fall Foliage in this easy to grow groundcover,climer etc. The Virginia Virginia Creeper: Easily grown in average, medium wet, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Tolerates full shade and a wide range of soil and environmental conditions. Zone 3-9 Virginia creeper is a deciduous, woody vine that is native to Missouri and occurs statewide in open areas in ravines, rich woods and valleys. A vigorous tendril-climber that needs no support and typically grows 30-50'. Adheres to flat surfaces (e.g., brick, stone or wood walls) via adhesive disks at the tendril ends. Compound-palmate leaves (usually 5 leaflets, with each leaflet to 6" long) emerge purplish in spring, mature to dull green in summer and change to purple to crimson-red in autumn. Fall color can be quite attractive. Clusters of small, greenish-white flowers appear in the upper leaf axils in late spring to early summer, but are generally hidden by the foliage. Flowers give way to dark blue to black berries which are attractive to birds. No serious problems. Mildews, leaf spots, canker and wilt are occasional problems. Also susceptible to a number of insect pests including beetles, scale and leaf hoppers. Uses Excellent covering for walls, trellises, arbors or fences. May also be grown on the ground to cover old stumps, rock piles or other eyesores or for erosion control on slopes. Be sure to add me to your favorites list!Check out my other items!www.teresasplants.com