Can you help identify this vine?

12 years ago

Hi
I just moved into a new house. The previous owners had started to set up a garden, but only got a far as a few specimens. Unfortunately a lot of weeds have gotten in, so I am trying to figure out trash from treasure.

I noticed this vine growing up the side of my deck posts, and am wondering if someone can help with identifying it. I have included close up shot of the leaves.. so far it doesn't not seem to be producing and kind of flowers.

Thanks for your help!

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Bookwoman
12 years ago
Looks like Parthenocissus, Virginia creeper.
slettvin
Original Author
12 years ago
Thank you, Bookwoman! You are spot on. :)

I was just looking out back and it is really all over the place - climbing up trees and all over the fence.
My Landscape guy told me I had poison ivy out back and asked me to get some weed killer. It looks like he is mistaken. I'm not a huge fan of chemicals, so maybe we can just fight it back.
Looks like it is going to be quite a fight though.
Thanks for your help!
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Bookwoman
12 years ago
Virginia creeper is nice in small doses, and turns a lovely red in the fall. But too much of it is a nuisance! You can cut it back and rip it out up to a point, but will have to remain vigilant to keep it in check.
Michaela (Zone 5b - Iowa)
12 years ago
Rosa - We have some VC on our property, and I break out in a rash when it touches my skin too much so that may be why he confused it.

It also killed a portion of a large bush it was rambling on so if you let it grow on something live be sure to keep an eye on it. :o)

It does turn a lovely red color in the fall!