Chinese Virginia Creeper

Deeply divided, velvety, dark green leaves with white and pink veins will turn bright red in autumn if grown in a sunny spot. This is a handsome deciduous climber for awkward areas in the garden, such as a north or east-facing wall. Less vigorous than other varieties it's perfect for the smaller garden or where space is limited.Position: partial shadeSoil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: June to AugustFlower colour: insignificant greenish flowersOther features: fabulous autumn tints, sometimes blue-black autumn berries; berries can caused upset stomach if ingestedHardiness: fully hardy (borderline)Garden care: Provide some support until the climber is well established. (This may take up to two years.) Once established prune in early winter to keep the plant within bounds, paying particular attention to stems that are encroaching on windows, guttering or roofs
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