Our LandScape

In September, the pale green leaves of Virginia creeper turn rapidly to a vibrant red. The five-leaved ivy is often seen cloaking old houses or tumbling from high walls in a glory of rich colour. By October, its leaves have fallen, leaving a shaggy coat of brown branches. As well as showing rich autumn colour, the creeper, Parthenocissus quinquefolia, also bears slate-blue berries on bright red stems. Due to its aggressive growth, it can be considered troublesome, but it looks its best when allowed to grow, kept in check with a regular trim. The vigorous vine almost entirely clothes the Tu Hwnt i’r Bont teahouse, a 15th century cottage on the banks of the River Conwy.