What is Boston Ivy?
Boston Ivy is a deciduous list of vines indigenous for Japan and China, but now it is common around the world. This type of ivy is an aggressively growing plant - the vines can grow to a length of up to 50 feet (about 15 meters) or more. During one vegetation season, Boston Ivy can grow up to 6 to 8 feet (about 1.8 to 2.5 meters). Boston Ivy is firmly attached to structures made of wood or masonry. Although it can make it a popular wall cover, especially on garden walls, it can be very difficult to remove without causing damage to the structure.
It grows preferably in the semi-all to full sun, Boston Ivy is a durable and resistant drought-resistant plant that is difficult to kill. Ivy, who is actually a member of the grape family, requires slight humidity and low maintenance. Cropping the vine about once a year can usually keep them under control.
One of the advantages of Boston Ivy is that it does not require any support structure to climb. Vine of loneliness, uses suction cups similar to tendrils and can riseWood, masonry or tree bark. This allows you to cover the entire outer walls of the houses. Some house owners also consider strong leaves as an energy saver because they can overshadow the house from direct sunlight.
Boston Ivy are usually reddish in color during the spring months and then become green during the summer months. In autumn, the leaves change reddish color again. The vines can produce small flowers and clusters of dark blue berries that can attract bees and various birds.
In the introduction of Boston Ivy into the yard or garden, certain measures should be recorded. The plant is poisonous for both humans and animals. In addition, if growth to trees or other vegetation is allowed, it can often take over the area and choke other trees or vegetation. While a very attractive house can cause structural damage to Boston Ivy because it ages and can clog the troughs unless properly trimmed.Pruning vines can be particularly difficult when it grows on the structure of two or three stories. The presence of ivy can also lead to increased problems with pests and various rodents.