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hedera.baltica

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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: can be fall sown without stratification.| an alternate treatment is to bury the seed in snow for 50 days

Native to: Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Manitoba, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Ontario, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont

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Parthenocissus insertaParthenocissus inserta

False Virginia Creeper, Thicket Creeper

In Stock: 0.996 lb (Total:0.996lb)

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Parthenocissus inserta

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Details

Germination:

50%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

95%

Seeds per lb:

18,204

Quantity:

1 lb

Collected in:

Wisconsin

Crop year:

2026

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1838340

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: can be fall sown without stratification.| an alternate treatment is to bury the seed in snow for 50 days

Native to: Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Manitoba, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Ontario, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont

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Introduced

Explore the beauty and versatility of Parthenocissus inserta, commonly known as False Virginia Creeper or Thicket Creeper. This perennial woody plant embodies natural elegance with its lush foliage and climbing prowess. Native to southeastern Canada and the United States, from Maine to Montana, Thicket Creeper thrives in diverse habitats, from forests to anthropogenic environments. Its robust liana growth form covers vast stretches, boasting striking compound leaves with five glossy leaflets. Unlike its cousin, Virginia Creeper, Parthenocissus inserta features tendrils that expertly entwine around structures without adhesive discs, distinguishing its climbing nature. Adorn your landscape with its lush, green backdrops while also enjoying its ecological benefits; the flowers attract an array of pollinators, and the blue-black berries serve as a feast for birds. However, due caution is advised as its leaves and berries contain raphide crystals that may cause dermatitis upon contact. With this majestic plant in your garden, embrace the splendor of a living tapestry that's both captivating and ecologically significant.