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Parthenocissus sikkimensis
Parthenocissus sikkimensis
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Common Name:
Himalayan Virginia Creeper
Description:
Parthenocissus sikkimensis is a vigorous, deciduous climber known for its attractive foliage that transitions through stunning seasonal colour changes. In spring and summer, its leaves are lush green, forming a dense, cascading cover over walls, fences, and pergolas. As autumn arrives, the foliage turns brilliant shades of red, orange, and burgundy, creating a striking display. This self-clinging climber uses tendrils with adhesive pads to grip surfaces, making it an excellent choice for covering buildings and garden structures without causing damage. Small, inconspicuous greenish flowers appear in summer, followed by dark blue-black berries that attract birds. Parthenocissus sikkimensis thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is frost-hardy, low-maintenance, and adaptable to a range of growing conditions, making it a fantastic option for Melbourne gardens.
Form:
- Climber
Mature Size:
- Height: 8–15m
- Width: 3–6m
Aspect:
- Full Sun
- Part Shade
- Full Shade
Flowering:
- Flowers in Summer (insignificant)
Flower Colour:
- Greenish
Key Attributes:
- Fast Growing
- Low Maintenance
- Suitable for Shady Areas
- Autumn Foliage Colour
- Bird Attracting
- Frost Tolerant
- Self-Clinging
Toxicity:
- Berries may be mildly toxic if ingested by humans and pets
Companion Plants:
- Wisteria
- Clematis
- Trachelospermum (Star Jasmine)
- Hydrangea petiolaris
- Camellia
For more information and photos of this species, Warners Nursery has detailed information available to the public via the following link.Â

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