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Climbers do exactly that. In nature, it's a means of getting to the light, using something else as a support. In the garden, climbers are great because they introduce another vertical element to the overall look.
Parthenocissus tricuspidata, Boston ivy
Latin nameParthenocissus tricuspidata
Common nameBoston ivy
Type of plantClimber
HardinessHardy
Flower colourN/A
Leaf colourGlossy green
Height and spread12m to 18m x indefinite (39ft to 59ft x indefinite)
Description
A very vigorous, deciduous, woody stemmed climber. The leaves, up to 20cm (8in) across, turn a rich crimson to bright scarlet in autumn. On a large scale, such as against a wall, this is a stunning sight.
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