Silver Lace Vine
Polygonum aubertii
Hardy in zones 4-8
A rampant, twining vine that is very adaptable, and can tolerate dry soil. Aromatic greenish-white blossoms open in late summer to fall. Requires little care except pruning in spring. Can be cut back severely if it is overgrowing the space. Can be trained on a trellis. Sometimes called ‘mile-a-minute plant’, Silver Lace Vine grows quickly, sometimes up to 25 feet in a single year! Tolerant of drought and seaside conditions. Space .9-1.2 meters (3-4 feet) apart. Grow in full sun to partial shade.
