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How Invasive Is Boston Ivy?

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Question From: 
Viv Wilson in  Langwarrin,  Langwarrin VIC

 

Nature of problem: 
How invasive is boston ivy? Can it come up through floor boards? My neighbour is being difficult (I prune regularly)

 

Type of Plant (if known): 
Boston Ivy

 

Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself): 
No symptoms

 

Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type: 
Clay

 

How often do you water the plant:
in summer

 

How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
5

 

What type of plant is it:
Climber

 

How long since you planted it:
Dont know

 

Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
No

 

Is the plant indoors or outdoors: 
Out

 

Is the plant in a pot or in the ground: 
Ground

 

What other treatments have you given the plant: 
None

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Other Comments: 

 

Answer: Hi Viv,  Yes like many climbers, Boston Ivy can cause problems. Wisteria, true Jasmines and others can easily erupt through floorboards.  Don

 

 

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