Green Showers Boston Ivy
Green Showers Boston Ivy (Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Green Showers')
Green Showers Boston Ivy (Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Green Showers') is a vigorous, self-clinging deciduous vine prized for its large, glossy foliage and spectacular fall color. This selection of Boston Ivy is ideal for covering walls, fences, or arbors, adding vertical interest and seasonal drama to the landscape.
Distinctive Features
'Green Showers' features deeply lobed, bright green leaves that can reach up to 8 inches across. In fall, the foliage transforms into a vivid display of red, orange, and burgundy tones. The vine climbs without support using small adhesive discs, making it perfect for masonry surfaces. It can grow 30 to 50 feet long, forming a dense green curtain in summer and a brilliant tapestry of color in autumn.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade
- Soil Type: Well-drained; tolerant of poor or dry soils
- Soil pH: Adaptable
- Water Needs: Low to moderate
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 8
Ideal Uses
- Focal point for large brick or stone walls
- Living screen for fences, trellises, or pergolas
- Groundcover for erosion control on slopes
- Accent in courtyard, campus, or institutional landscapes
- Paired with ornamental grasses or shade-tolerant shrubs
Low Maintenance Care
- Prune annually to control spread and maintain shape
- Train young vines early to ensure even coverage
- Mulch to conserve moisture and reduce weeds
- Water during establishment and extended droughts
- Monitor for spread into gutters or under siding
Why Choose Green Showers Boston Ivy
- Large, bold leaves offer strong visual texture
- Brilliant fall color for high-impact seasonal interest
- Fast-growing and self-clinging for easy vertical coverage
- Low-maintenance and highly adaptable
- A reliable focal point for walls, trellises, and slopes
Green Showers Boston Ivy delivers dramatic foliage and vibrant autumn color while providing fast, low-maintenance coverage�making it a practical and stunning focal point for vertical surfaces or groundcover applications.
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