Parthenocissus tricuspidata

Common Name:
Boston Ivy

Description:
Parthenocissus tricuspidata, commonly known as Boston Ivy, is a fast-growing, deciduous climber renowned for its spectacular seasonal foliage. Its lush, three-lobed green leaves create a dense covering on walls, fences, and pergolas during spring and summer. In autumn, the foliage transforms into brilliant shades of red, orange, and burgundy before falling, providing a dramatic seasonal display. This self-clinging vine uses adhesive pads on its tendrils, allowing it to climb surfaces without damaging masonry. Small, greenish flowers appear in summer, followed by dark blue to black berries that attract birds. Boston Ivy thrives in full sun to part shade and adapts well to various soil conditions. It is frost-hardy, drought-tolerant once established, and a popular choice for creating green walls, reducing heat absorption on buildings, and adding vibrant autumn colour to gardens.

Form:

• Climber

Mature Size:

• Height: 10–20m
• Width: 3–6m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade
• Full Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Summer (insignificant)

Flower Colour:

• Greenish

Key Attributes:

• Fast Growing
• Low Maintenance
• Suitable for Shady Areas
• Autumn Foliage Colour
• Bird Attracting
• Frost Tolerant
• Self-Clinging
• Heat-Reducing Green Wall Plant

Toxicity:

• Berries may be mildly toxic if ingested by humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Wisteria
• Clematis
• Trachelospermum (Star Jasmine)
• Hydrangea petiolaris
• Camellia

For more information and photos of this species, Warners Nursery has detailed information available to the public via the following link. 

Parthenocissus tricuspidata