Virgin’s Bower is a vigorous native climbing vine that covers itself with small white flowers in late summer. Fluffy seedheads on seed-bearing plants extend its interest into fall and winter.
Give it a sturdy trellis or fence and room to grow. It thrives in sun or partial shade with medium to moist soil, making it useful for naturalistic screening and woodland-edge plantings.
Plant Details
- Growth habit: Fast-growing, deciduous perennial vine
- Mature size: About 15–20 ft tall on support and 3–6 ft wide
- Bloom color: White
- Bloom season: Mid to late summer
- Light: Full sun to partial shade; tolerates more shade
- Water: Medium to moist; avoid prolonged drying
- Soil: Rich, moist, well-drained soil
- Hardiness: USDA zones 3–8
- Wildlife value: Flowers support pollinators; dense growth provides cover for songbirds
- Best uses: Trellises, fences, naturalistic screens, and woodland edges
- Native range: Central and eastern North America
- New England status: Native in all six New England states, including Maine
Provide support and prune to control its spread. It can self-seed and overwhelm nearby shrubs. Wear gloves when pruning; sap can irritate skin, and the plant is not edible.
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