Parthenocissus tricus. 'Veitch.Robusta' - 200-250 CM C20

Description
The Boston ivy 'Robusta' (Parthenocissus tricuspidata) is a climbing deciduous plant that produces yellow-green flowers. They appear from June to July. The Boston ivy 'Robusta' also has shiny, medium green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 2 metres and grows to a width of approx. 3 metres.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Veitchii Robusta', Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Green Spring'.

Bulletpoints
* attractive orange-red autumn colouring * easy to care for

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of Boston ivy 'Robusta' are medium green, glossy and lobed. Boston ivy 'Robusta' turns bright orange-red in autumn.

Frost hardiness
The Boston ivy 'Robusta' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Boston ivy 'Robusta' is a climbing plant that can reach a height of 1.2 - 2 m and a width of 2 - 3 m. It usually grows 0.5 - 1.5 m per year.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time. - In general, stable wooden structures can be recommended as climbing aids on house walls and facades. However, there are plants that prefer slightly twisted, parallel wire ropes as climbing aids.

Flower
The yellow-green flowers appear from June to July.

Use
Privacy screen, facade