IVY, BOSTON  

Parthenocissus tricuspidata ¡®Lowii Vine ( par-then-oh-SIS-us   try-cus-pi-DA-tah)

Deciduous vine    Sun or shade    Height and spread unlimited    Spacing 6-8 FEET

HABIT:  Fast-growing, clinging vine. No showy flowers, but fall color that ranges from weak reddish brown to bright scarlet.

CULTURE:        Easy to grow almost anywhere. Likes good bed preparation and partial shade best.

USES:              Vine for brick, wood, or other slick surfaces.

PROBLEMS:     Black caterpillars in spring.

NOTES:            Native to China and Japan.