This self clinging climber is often confused with the 'Virginia Creeper' it is however truly self clinging needing no support, and is correctly called the 'Boston Ivy'. Easily grown, slow at first but once it gets going much faster, its large green leaves turn a brilliant red as autumn approaches. Good in shade but colours better in the sun. 10m. Very pretty.
Common NameBoston Ivy
Approx Height (10 yrs.)180 cm+ (72"+)
Soil TypeAll
Soil pHAcid, Neutral, Alkaline
AspectSun, Semi Shade, Shade
HardinessHardy
Evergreen/DeciduousDeciduous
Autumn ColourColourful Autumn Foliage
Plants for PollinatorsPlants for Pollinators
Plant TypeClimbers