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Boston Ivy
Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Veitchii'
Pronunciation: par-the-no-SIS-us tri-kus-pi-DAY-ta VEET-chee-eye
SKU #00250
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Once established water deeply occasionally.
SIZE:
Fast growing vine; climbs 30 to 45 ft.
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| Description | A popular clinging vine with lush foliage and purplish new growth. Large, lobed leaves mature to green before turning a brilliant dark red-purple in fall. A vigorous climber that easily adheres to surfaces, valued as quick cover of fences, and brick or stone walls. A useful groundcover for blanketing unsightly areas. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Fall Color, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution, Black Walnut Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Landscape Use | Privacy Screen, Ground Cover |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Ninebark (Physocarpus); Euonymus (Euonymus); Juniper (Juniperus); Potentilla (Potentilla); Mock Orange (Philadelphus) |
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer. Provide support such as a trellis or arbor. Prune annually to control size. |
Details
| Description | A popular clinging vine with lush foliage and purplish new growth. Large, lobed leaves mature to green before turning a brilliant dark red-purple in fall. A vigorous climber that easily adheres to surfaces, valued as quick cover of fences, and brick or stone walls. A useful groundcover for blanketing unsightly areas. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Fall Color, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution, Black Walnut Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
Style
| Landscape Use | Privacy Screen, Ground Cover |
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| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Ninebark (Physocarpus); Euonymus (Euonymus); Juniper (Juniperus); Potentilla (Potentilla); Mock Orange (Philadelphus) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer. Provide support such as a trellis or arbor. Prune annually to control size. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Boston Ivy produce flowers?
Inconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Is Boston Ivy evergreen or deciduous?
Boston Ivy is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Boston Ivy?
Boston Ivy is Easy Care, Fall Color, Fast Growing.
Is Boston Ivy resistant to pests or animals?
Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution, Black Walnut Tolerant
How fast does Boston Ivy grow?
Boston Ivy has a Fast growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Boston Ivy?
Boston Ivy grows in an Climbing habit.
Where can I use Boston Ivy in my landscape?
Boston Ivy is suitable for: Privacy Screen, Ground Cover.
What color is the foliage of Boston Ivy?
Boston Ivy has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Boston Ivy?
Good companion plants for Boston Ivy include: Ninebark (Physocarpus); Euonymus (Euonymus); Juniper (Juniperus); Potentilla (Potentilla); Mock Orange (Philadelphus).
How do I care for Boston Ivy?
Grows easily in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer. Provide support such as a trellis or arbor. Prune annually to control size.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.