Boston Ivy

Parthenocissus tricuspidata Veitchii

• Position: full sun or shade
• Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
• Rate of growth: fast-growing
• Flowering period: June to August
• Hardiness: fully hardy
  
  This vigorous climber has gorgeous, glossy, deeply lobed, dark green leaves which turn spectacular shades of red-purple in autumn in planted in a sunny spot. It will quickly romp along a large north or east-facing wall. Mature specimens also provide an important habitat for insects and small birds. But this plant must be handled with care; it needs plenty of space, no competition from other plants and regular pruning to keep it within bounds. Not one for small gardens or for laissez-faire gardeners.
  
  
• Garden care: Provide some support until the plant is well established. (This may take up to two years). Once established, tie in stray shoots and prune in early winter to keep the plant within bounds, paying particular attention to stems that are encroaching on windows, guttering or roofs.
  
  

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