Botanical profile

Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Veitchii'

Latin name
Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Veitchii'
Common name
Boston ivy ‘Veitchii’
Type
Climbing plant
Family
Vitaceae

Parthenocissus tricuspidata ‘Veitchii’, also known as Boston ivy ‘Veitchii’, is an architectural climbing plant with deciduous foliage, renowned for its exceptional adherence and its very close-fitting effect on surfaces. Its trilobed leaves, smaller and tighter than those of the typical form, create a dense and uniform carpet directly applied to walls thanks to powerful suckers. In summer, its shiny green foliage is impeccable; in autumn, it turns intense scarlet red, completely covering facades. This variety is ideal for masonry, bricks, and structured surfaces where a neat and formal effect is desired. Parthenocissus tricuspidata ‘Veitchii’ prefers sun to partial shade and tolerates ordinary, well-drained soils. Very vigorous, it is suitable for large vertical surfaces requiring rapid and compact coverage.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type
Neutral to slightly acidic, well drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Subdued yellowish green
Fruiting
Small blue-black berries that birds love
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Strongly adhesive climbing plant, dense and clinging cover
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
15 m (50 ft)
Width
5 m (16 feet)
Growth rate
Fast
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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