Parthenocissus tricuspidata (common names: Boston ivy)
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By Xela
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By Chrispook
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By spritzhe..
Parthenocissus tricuspidata (aka Boston ivy)
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Reminders for this plant
Due about 1 month ago:
In Xela's garden calendar:
'Prune'
Prune in early winter, but will ALSO TOLERATE SUMMER PRUNING IF NEEDED. Pay particular attention to stems that are encroaching on windows, guttering or roofs.
Due in 20 days:
In Xela's garden calendar:
'Prune'
Once established prune in early winter to keep the plant within bounds, paying particular attention to stems that are encroaching on windows, guttering or roofs.
Due in 10 months:
In Xela's garden calendar:
'Prune'
Prune in early winter, but will ALSO TOLERATE SUMMER PRUNING IF NEEDED. Pay particular attention to stems that are encroaching on windows, guttering or roofs.
Members growing this plant
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Joined 18 May, 2007
301 plants
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Joined 23 Dec, 2007
173 plants
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Joined 1 Mar, 2008
247 plants
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Joined 27 Sep, 2008
100 plants
Comments on Parthenocissus tricuspidata
10 May, 2008
Again- the colour is lovely here- although I'm not sure what this is? Boston Ivy....of course!
On photo - Boston Ivy
28 Aug, 2008
I love it when it turns red , I,ve tried to grow it twice here , it,s died both times , I dont think it likes our soil :o(
On photo - Virginia Creeper [Parthenocissus...
27 Sep, 2008
Amy, it should grow in any soil.
It does require good drainage though so if you try again just add a couple of handfuls of horticultural grit into the bottom of the hole before planting.
Now is a good time, it would give the roots a few months to establish before it takes off again in the Spring.
On photo - Virginia Creeper [Parthenocissus...
Members' notes...
Growing around entrance to old pig house. GOING LIKE A TRAIN. COVERING ROOF IN 2008.
P. t. 'Veitchii' - planted in deep richly enriched hole at side of house in Spring 2007 with a view to it covering that end.
Planted '04?
fertile free-draining soil
sun or shade
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Joined 4 Mar, 2008
North Carolina
8 Mar, 2008
Gorgeous..!!!
On photo - Virginia creeper