Parthenocissus Lowii

Common Name:
Lowii Boston Ivy

Description:
Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Lowii', commonly known as Lowii Boston Ivy, is a refined cultivar of the traditional Boston Ivy, distinguished by its smaller, deeply lobed leaves that create a delicate, lace-like appearance. This deciduous climber is self-clinging, using adhesive pads on its tendrils to attach firmly to surfaces without the need for additional support. In Melbourne's climate, 'Lowii' thrives in full sun to partial shade, adapting well to various soil types, including clay, loam, and sandy soils, provided they are moist but well-drained. The foliage emerges in spring with a purplish hue, matures to bright green in summer, and transforms into vibrant shades of red and purple in autumn, offering a spectacular seasonal display. Its moderate growth habit makes it suitable for covering walls, fences, or pergolas, and it can also be used as a ground cover on slopes or embankments. Regular pruning helps maintain its shape and prevents unwanted spread.

Form:

• Climber

• Ground Cover

• Shrub – Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:

• Height: 4–10 m

• Width: 1.5–3 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• Greenish-White

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots

• Bee Attracting

• Bird Attracting

• Perennial

• Suitable for Trellises and Pergolas

• Low Maintenance

• Fast Growing

• Autumn Foliage Colour

• Self-Clinging

• Drought Tolerant (once established)

• Tolerates Urban Pollution

Toxicity:

• May cause skin irritation upon contact

• Harmful if ingested by humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Clematis montana

• Wisteria sinensis (Chinese Wisteria)

• Rosa spp. (Climbing Roses)

• Lonicera japonica (Japanese Honeysuckle)

• Jasminum officinale (Common Jasmine)