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- Q.Poison Ivy Look Alike - I have bunches of ivy that looks like poison ivy but with 5 leaves. It has the same shape, color, ...
- Q.Linseed Oil On Cedar Planters - I got a new cedar planter that's been finished with linseed oil. I transplanted my Virginia Creeper in it this ...
- Q.How Do I Eradicate Virginia Creeper - Actually, I would just like to control the vine slightly, but I'm being over run and so are my trees.
- Q.Virginia Creeper Does Not Turn Color - Red when purchasded in pots and produces prolific growth but remains GREEN all year. Nobody seems to have an answer ...
- Q.Severed Virginia Creeper - Can a Virginia creeper repair itself after the main woody has been severed and rejoined? Have accidentally severed main woody ...
- Q.Virginia Creeper - We have a really established Virginia Creeper, at least 100 years old. It's pictured on all Lincolnshire. This year it ...
- Q.Virginia Creeper - When should I plant a Virginia creeper and where can I buy one? I have a 24 ft long ugly ...
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Anonymous on
July 24, 2015Q.Poison ivy look alike
I have bunches of ivy that looks like poison ivy but with 5 leaves. It has the same shape, color, and appearance. I've heard it called creeping mary, but I can't find cm any where. Help.
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Downtoearthdigs on
July 24, 2015A.What you are referring to is called Virginia Creeper, a five-leafed version of the poison ivy, though it is usually not worrisome with regards to rashes like poison ivy except for overly sensitive people that may come into contact with its sap. The vine produces berries, however, which are extremely toxic and can even be fatal if ingested. For more information on this plant, this article should help: https://plants.usda.gov/plantguide/pdf/pg_paqu2.pdf
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Anonymous on
July 27, 2015Q.Linseed oil on cedar planters
I got a new cedar planter that's been finished with linseed oil. I transplanted my Virginia Creeper in it this year from terra cotta pots. It's in the same location on my patio where the pots were and the plants are not dying, there is new growth but it's not as prolific as it's been in the past 4 years. Usually by now, I've had to prune it back a few times. Does the linseed oil have anything to do with its stunted growth?
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Downtoearthdigs on
July 27, 2015A.To my knowledge the Linseed Oil should have no bearing on the plants.
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August 7, 2015
Traverse City MichiganQ.how do I eradicate Virginia Creeper
Actually, I would just like to control the vine slightly, but I'm being over run and so are my trees.
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shelley on
August 8, 2015
Certified ExpertA.Here is an article that will help you control your virginia creeper vine:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/virginia-creeper/virginia-creeper-control.htm
Happy gardening!
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Anonymous on
September 18, 2015Q.Virginia Creeper does not turn color
Red when purchasded in pots and produces prolific growth but remains GREEN all year. Nobody seems to have an answer to this. Is there anthing I can do to promote red color?
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Downtoearthdigs on
September 21, 2015A.Your plant is likely not receiving enough sun. It also needs the cooler temperatures to trigger colors to turn.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/virginia-creeper/virginia-creeper-maintenance.htm
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November 7, 2015
Chesterfield east midlandsQ.severed virginia creeper
Can a Virginia creeper repair itself after the main woody has been severed and rejoined? Have accidentally severed main woody stem of a Virginia creeper. Have secured the ends together but will it regrow?
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Downtoearthdigs on
November 10, 2015A.Your Virginia Creeper will likely be just fine growing from the root that is still in the ground.
The severed stem can be propagated to start a new plant.
You will not be able to attached the cut stem to the main plant and regrow.
Here are some links to help you.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/virginia-creeper/virginia-creeper-maintenance.htm
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Sue905 on
May 6, 2016
LincolnshireQ.Virginia Creeper
We have a really established Virginia Creeper, at least 100 years old. It's pictured on all Lincolnshire. This year it looks really poor. The new foliage is dying, with large bold patches. Please help.
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Downtoearthdigs on
May 9, 2016A.Inspect the vine for signs of insects; scale, aphids, mites, leaf hoppers or Japanese beetle can all attack the plant.
Neem Oil can be used to treat generally any sucking pests.Regular pruning is helpful to keep this fast growing vine healthy.
Here is a link to refresh you on the care requirements.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/virginia-creeper/virginia-creeper-maintenance.htm
Also inspect for black or brown areas of leaves, or sunken areas.Fungus could include Leaf spot, Anthracnose and Canker.
Keep the ground clear of any dead leaves or plant material and dispose of.
Make sure when watering you do not splash the leaves of the plant.
Pruning can help air circulation.Neem Oil can also help with fungus issues or a fungicide treatment.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm
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June 10, 2016Q.Virginia creeper
When should I plant a Virginia creeper and where can I buy one? I have a 24 ft long ugly larch-lap fence to cover, which is also 8 ft high. Is this a suitable plant?
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Downtoearthdigs on
June 11, 2016A.Virginia Creeper would be a great choice to create a cover on a chain link fence.
If you not able to locate a plant at a local garden center or nursery you should be able to order plants from an online source.
Here is a link about Virginia Creeper.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/virginia-creeper/virginia-creeper-maintenance.htm
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