Parthenocissus quinquefolia (Virginia Creeper) sun 5 ft Mature spread 3-4

5 ft Mature spread 3-4 ft Evergreen Yes Attracts Butterflies Host plant Atea hairstreak butterfly

It can handle some sun

It naturally occurs in southeast and east Texas to central Texas and the Edwards Plateau

Texas native Yes Water use Low Sun exposure Sun to part sun Bloom time Spring Mature height 1-3 ft Mature spread 1-3 ft Deer resistant Yes Notes Needs good drainage

or naturalized areas

Parthenocissus quinquefolia (Virginia Creeper) sun 5 ft Mature spread 3-4Virginia Creeper is an adaptable Texas native vine that can attach itself to surfaces. The presence of adhesive tips instead of penetrating rootlets means it doesn't damage buildings the way some vines do. It has large leaves that provide attractive fall color, and it does well both in the sun or shade. It is often confused with poison ivy, but you can easily differentiate the two because poison ivys leaves come in three, and Virginia Creeper is five