Fallopia baldshuanica
Common Name(s):
Fleece vine
Silver Lace vine
Synonym:
Fallopia aubertii
Russian vine
Flower:
White
Blooms :
Jul
to:
Oct
Small 1/4" white flowers in panicles
Botanical Description
Fragrant?
YES
Family:
Polygonaceae
Vine
Foliage:
Green
Leaves alternate ovate to arrowhead shaped
Fall Color?
YES
Leaves turn yellow, reddish to burgandy, white flowers persist into fall, small pinkish white, or reddish fruit develop
Deciduous
Photo by:
Heading 6
Vine provides structure to substrate, color of stems reddish-brown
Oregon Native?
NO
West State Native?
NO
Origins:
China
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
4
Water Needs:
M
Sun Needs:
Full Sun
Deer Resistant?
YES
Firewise?
YES
Height:
15-25'
Spread:
15-25'
Growth Rate:
Fast
Native Habitat:
Woodland edges, disturbed areas, roadsides
Soil:
Sandy loam well-drained
Care Recommendations
Maintenance Level:
Low
Fertilizer:
Use a balanced 10-10-10 NPK, apply to base of plant, can feed once a month during growing season
Mulch:
Use bark, or compost
Prune back to keep in check, water deeply if dry, be aware of invasive nature and keep in check
Long Term:
Winter:
Prune late winter 1-3' from ground
Spring:
Prune in late winter, ensure sturdy support, water during dry periods, remove damaged or dead wood
Summer:
Water deeply every 3-4 days during active growing season, give light pruning to remove dead or wilted foliage, spent flowers and to restrict growth
Fall:
Cut back excessive growth, recheck support structures, assure adequate moisture, cuttings may be taken in fall
General Care Comments:
Requires aggressive, consistent pruning to keep in check. likes well-drained conditions, needs strong support structures, highly invasive
Common Problems
May be invasive
Diseases:
Generally none, but can be subject to powdery mildew under high humidity conditions
Insects:
Japanese beetles, leaf miners, aphids
Environmental Problems:
Invasive potential
Pests:
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