Boston Ivy
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | Boston Ivy |
| Botanical Name | Parthenocissus tricuspidata |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Vine |
| Mature Height | 40 to 50 ft |
| Mature Width | 8 to 10 ft |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Bloom Color | Green-white |
| Bloom Interest | Insignificant |
| Bloom Period | June to August |
| Seasonal Interest | Fall |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Type | Trifoliate |
| Fall Color | Red |
| Attributes | Black Walnut Tolerant, Clay Soil, Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Dry Shade, Dry Soil |
| Attracts Butterflies | No |
| Attracts Birds | No |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 to 8 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Dry,Moist,Well-drained |
| Maintenance Level | Moderate |
| Cost | Low |
| Watering Notes | Provide slow deep watering when dry during weather extremes. |
| Fertilize Notes | Fertilize with an azalea food every spring and water in. |
| Prune Notes | Pinch or cut trailers as they develop, to maintain size. Pulling unwanted branches off walls can damage surfaces. A more safe way is to sever the unwanted vines, then paint each severed branch with an herbicide or white vinegar. Once the ivy has browne |