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Boston Ivy
The showy leaves are held late into fall or early winter. The glossy, dark green, three-lobed leaves turn bright red in the fall. This deciduous vine has tendrils which have 5 to 8 branches, each ending in adhesive-like tips; it has the ability to literally cement itself to the wall and therefore needs no support; good on trees, will also crawl along the ground; secretes calcium carbonate which serves as adhesive. The plant tolerates dry soil . The plant produces bluish fruits that are not highly ornamental. The blooms of the Boston Ivy are fairly inconspicuous but they attract multitudes of bees. Use in full sun to full shade, salt tolerant, handles most all conditions. Boston Ivy, Parthenocissus tricuspidata, is also known as Cottage Ivy and Japanese Ivy. This vine can reach a height or spread exceeding 30 feet. ... more information
Ivy - Melanie A striking plant that can hold its own or add impact to combos, window boxes, and color bowls. Ivies are hardy, clinging, climbing plants, ideal for growing up walls, over tree stumps or for ground cover. The wide range of varieties now available give colour and form all the year round. The Melanie Ivy, Hedera Helix, has curls galore, and narrow maroon veins. They can be grown in pots, hanging baskets, window boxes and used as houseplants. Hederas are one of the most useful group of plants for the garden that we have. |
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