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Boston Ivy
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 showy leaves are held late into fall or early winter. Boston Ivy, Parthenocissus tricuspidata, is also known as Cottage Ivy and Japanese Ivy. This vine can reach a height or spread exceeding 30 feet. Use in full sun to full shade, salt tolerant, handles most all conditions. The blooms of the Boston Ivy are fairly inconspicuous but they attract multitudes of bees. ... details
Ivy - Yellow Ripple It has medium large, three- to five- lobed leaves, with each lobe drawn to a long, tapered point. Hederas are one of the most useful group of plants for the garden that we have. The creamy yellow margins contrast with gray green centers. The wide range of varieties now available give colour and form all the year round. The Yellow Ripple Ivy, Hedera Helix, is a slower growing, prostrate variety with zig-zag stems. |
