Habitat:
This creeper occurs in moist, sunny locations, especially along fencerows,
roadsides and stream banks. It prefers well-drained soils, but will tolerate
almost any soil, even a certain amount of salt. It thrives in full sun and
full shade, and withstands windy conditions and city pollution.
Diseases: The Virginia creeper is a very vigorous grower, although pests and diseases, including powdery mildew, canker, leaf spot, scale, leafhoppers, and other insects may become problematic.
Distribution:There are about 15 species in the genus native to temperate North America and Asia. The Virginia creeper is native from New England to Florida, west to Ohio, Illinois and Missouri. It is also found in parts of Mexico.
