Green Showers Boston Ivy
Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Green Showers'
SKU
0258
A self-clinging, vigorous, deciduous vine with extra large green leaves that turn a rich burgundy color in fall. This outstanding feature makes quite a show when combined with the icy blue berries. Perfect to train on walls. Highly adaptable with good tolerance for a wide range of soils and urban conditions.
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Full sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | par-the-no-SIS-us tri-kus-pi-DAY-ta |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Fast growing vine; clinging stems spread 30 to 50 ft. along surfaces. |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Design Ideas | Wonderful climber for walls, arbors or large trellises. The large, colored foliage is bold enough to stand alone, but place evergreen shrubs or conifers in the foreground for winter interest. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Flower Color | Green |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Contemporary, Cottage, Mediterranean, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Erosion Control, Green Wall, Woodland Garden, Wildlife Garden, Urban Garden, Ground Cover |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Fruit Tree & Vine |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Extreme Cold Hardiness, Fall Color, Ornamental Berries, Tolerates Poor Soils, Fast Growing, Bird Friendly, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
| Key Feature | Dramatic Fall Color |
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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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4 - 9
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