How much sun does Woodbine need?

Woodbine grows best in part shade conditions.

When does Woodbine bloom?

Woodbine blooms in June and July.

Where is Woodbine native?

Woodbine (Parthenocissus inserta) is native to AZ, CA, CO, CT and 32 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Woodbine attract?

Woodbine draws bees and beetles.

Is Woodbine HOA-friendly?

Woodbine takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Woodbine

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Parthenocissus inserta

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Woodbine (Parthenocissus inserta) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

part shade

Water

medium

Size

120"–360" H × 120"–360" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul

Native to

AZ, CA, CO, CT and 32 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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Woodbine is a vigorous native climbing vine that can reach impressive sizes, covering fences, walls, or large structures with its five-leaflet foliage. It produces small greenish flowers in summer followed by dark blue berries, and displays excellent fall color ranging from yellow to deep red.

In an HOA neighborhood

Woodbine takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Extremely aggressive growth can overtake structures
Bare stems in winter look messy
Can spread beyond intended areas via underground runners

Wildlife value

The flowers attract bees and beetles during summer blooming period. Birds value the dark berries as a food source in late summer and fall.

Common questions

How much sun does Woodbine need?: Woodbine grows best in part shade conditions.
When does Woodbine bloom?: Woodbine blooms in June and July.
Where is Woodbine native?: Woodbine (Parthenocissus inserta) is native to AZ, CA, CO, CT and 32 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Woodbine attract?: Woodbine draws bees and beetles.
Is Woodbine HOA-friendly?: Woodbine takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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