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ImageTwo-storey building with white columns and windows almost entirely covered in green ivy, surrounded by leafy plants and trees.DogbaneMurraya 'Orange Jessamine' is a dense green bush with glossy leaves and clusters of small white flowers.
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Parthenocissus tricuspidata

Boston Ivy is an incredibly vigorous deciduous climber that evenly covers any surface it is grown over, making it a very popular option for hiding unsightly spots.
  • Large glossy, green three-pronged leaves
  • Foliage turns bright crimson in the autumn, standing out dramatically in the landscape
  • Tolerates average soils, growing best in well drained loamy soil

Plectranthus caninus

Dogbane is a perennial herb from the mint family, which grows to about 15cm high, 30cm when in flower. When crushed, leaves have a very strong aroma, however dogs and cats are said to be able to smell the aroma from intact leaves and be repelled from the plant. This herb is also know as "scaredy cat plant". This plant prefers full sun to part shade, but may need more shade in very hot areas. If there is too much shade the plant becomes "leggy" with less foliage. It's frost tender so it needs a warm protected position to protect it from frost and hot sun, it's not suited to open conditions. Water young plants regularly, and once established older plants will tolerate short dry periods. It flowers in spring and summer. And this plant is also recommended for use as an insect repellent.

Murraya paniculata 

Lush green shrub, ideal for medium hedging.

• White, star shaped and heavily fragrant flowers, smelling like orange citrus • Prefers full sun to part shade and moist, well drained soils. • Can be used in pots and containers, on a balcony, along walkways or in the garden bed.

Ideal For hedging Full Sun Plant Fragrant Flowers Afternoon Sun Evergreen Tree
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Why buy Boston Ivy?

Boston Ivy is one of our most popular climbers, and rightfully so. It suits Melbourne's weather perfectly. It is a self-adhering climber which grows by clinging to the wall or surface, but without damaging stonework or invading cracks. It can be used to cover unsightly fences, or add a lush layer of green over masonry. Boston Ivy is deciduous and provides a phenomenal autumn display of oranges and red hues. It not only makes a fantastic addition to any garden, but is also a very cost effective way to add colour and beauty to bland areas.

What else do I need to know about buying Boston Ivy plants?

Boston Ivy is a very hardy and versatile climber and it can grow almost anywhere and under any conditions. However it loves a hot sunny spot with loose fertile soil and plenty of water, and in these ideal conditions it will grow to cover anything in no time. Boston Ivy can also grow in shade, in pots, in poor soils and confined garden beds. However, if conditions are less than perfect, expect it to grow more slowly. The trick is to plant it more densely to achieve ideal coverage if this is the case. Plant one plant every metre in ideal conditions, or more plants closer together if conditions are less than ideal. Check out our Boston Ivy fact sheet page for more information.
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planting distance

For hedge or screen: 1m

conditions

Full sun to part shade in well-drained soil, very frost hardy

botanical name

Coleus Cannis

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