<i>Parthenocissus tricuspidata</i> | Boston Ivy
DESCRIPTION
Parthenocissus tricuspidata, commonly known as Boston Ivy, is a fast-growing, deciduous vine admired for its lush foliage and seasonal color transformations. The leaves start off as a rich green in spring and summer before turning brilliant shades of red, orange, and purple in the fall, creating a dramatic display.
The small, inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers bloom in late spring to early summer but are often overshadowed by the vine's foliage. These flowers later develop into small, dark blue to black berries in late summer or early fall, which are a food source for birds.
Native to East Asia, particularly China and Japan, Parthenocissus tricuspidata was introduced to the West in the 1800’s and has since become a popular choice for covering walls, fences, and trellises due to its ability to cling tightly to surfaces with adhesive tendrils. Its striking seasonal color changes make it a favorite in ornamental gardening and landscaping.
DESCRIPTION
Parthenocissus tricuspidata, commonly known as Boston Ivy, is a fast-growing, deciduous vine admired for its lush foliage and seasonal color transformations. The leaves start off as a rich green in spring and summer before turning brilliant shades of red, orange, and purple in the fall, creating a dramatic display.
The small, inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers bloom in late spring to early summer but are often overshadowed by the vine's foliage. These flowers later develop into small, dark blue to black berries in late summer or early fall, which are a food source for birds.
Native to East Asia, particularly China and Japan, Parthenocissus tricuspidata was introduced to the West in the 1800’s and has since become a popular choice for covering walls, fences, and trellises due to its ability to cling tightly to surfaces with adhesive tendrils. Its striking seasonal color changes make it a favorite in ornamental gardening and landscaping.
DESCRIPTION
Parthenocissus tricuspidata, commonly known as Boston Ivy, is a fast-growing, deciduous vine admired for its lush foliage and seasonal color transformations. The leaves start off as a rich green in spring and summer before turning brilliant shades of red, orange, and purple in the fall, creating a dramatic display.
The small, inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers bloom in late spring to early summer but are often overshadowed by the vine's foliage. These flowers later develop into small, dark blue to black berries in late summer or early fall, which are a food source for birds.
Native to East Asia, particularly China and Japan, Parthenocissus tricuspidata was introduced to the West in the 1800’s and has since become a popular choice for covering walls, fences, and trellises due to its ability to cling tightly to surfaces with adhesive tendrils. Its striking seasonal color changes make it a favorite in ornamental gardening and landscaping.
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Family: Vitaceae
Height: Up to 30 feet
Width: Up to 8 feet
Foliage color: Green in summer, turning brilliant red in fall
Flower color: Greenish
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; needs occasional pruning to control growth
Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 8
Wildlife attractors: Attracts birds and provides cover for wildlife
