Description
Vitis coignetiae is a member of the Vitis genus. Vitis coignetiae, also known as Crimson Glory Vine or Japanese Creeper, is a deciduous vine with large, heart-shaped leaves that emerge green in the spring and turn a stunning crimson red in the fall. It produces small, inconspicuous flowers in the summer, followed by small, dark purple berries. It is a fast-growing vine that can reach heights of up to 15 meters and is often used to cover walls, fences, or trellises. Vitis coignetiae prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, and is relatively low maintenance. It is also tolerant of drought and pollution.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Crimson glory vine
- Hardiness:Fully Hardy through most of the UK
- How big will I get? Vitis coignetiae can grow to a height of 20m and a spread of 5m.
- Did You Know That:The plant is known for its high tolerance to disease, making it a popular choice for home gardens.
Plant Calendar
A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.
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Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Vitis coignetiae This plant is not tolerant of acidic soil, it requires either a neutral or alkaline soil to grow.
Best Position
Vitis coignetiae prefers a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.
Maintenance
Vitis coignetiae is fairly low maintenance and doesn’t require any pruning. However it can be cut back in midwinter and midsummer, this is especially important if you are trying to keep it limited to a certain area.
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Vitis coignetiae can have problems with scale insects, it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as powdery mildews, grey moulds, honey fungus and virus diseases. It is not considered to be toxic.

WRENDALE LIP BALM FOX
WESTLAND PERLITE
THOMPSON & MORGAN - MORNING GLORY MIXED COLOURS SEEDS
DARLAC STANDARD SCISSORS
WESTLAND HARD WEARING LAWN SEED
MILFORD TEALIGHT HOLDER GLASS SHOOTING
WOW ERNIE FIRE ENGINE
TILDENET 40 CELL INSERTS (PACK OF 5 TRAYS)
DARLAC EXPERT FINE BYPASS PRUNER
WESTLAND GRO-SURE FAST ACTING LAWN SEED 50msq
WILKINSON EDGING BLADE STAINLESS STEEL
TILDENET PEAT FREE STRIPS
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OTTERDENE RAINBOW PATTERN BALL
Smart Garden Henley Wall Clock
MR FOTHERGILL'S - ONION SPRING WHITE LISBON*** SEEDS
TILDENET 15 CELL INSERTS (PACK OF 5 TRAYS)
STEWART PREMIUM SEED TRAY WITH HOLES 20CM GREEN
SMART FENCE & BALCONY HANGING POT SLATE
SMART GARDEN HEAVY DUTY MAT
WALTON & CO NAPKIN RING SILVER STAR
TILDENET PEAT POTS SQ 8CM
GROWTH TECHNOLOGY BUTTERFLY CLIPS
DARLAC LEATHER SECATEUR HOLSTER
Rhododendron 'Libretto'
STEWART COTSWOLD PLANTER TALL SQUARE BROWN
Ivyline Macrame Plant Hanger Natural 120cm
David Austin Roses 'Vanessa Bell'
WESTLAND GRO-SURE FAST ACTING LAWN 80msq
THOMPSON & MORGAN - HERB CHAMOMILE 


