Polygonum
Best choice for gardeners needing rapid, low-maintenance vertical privacy.
The Polygonum, also known as Silver Lace Vine, is a vigorous perennial vine that quickly covers structures with its twining stems. It produces profuse, fragrant white flowers in late summer and fall, attracting bees. This fast-growing vine can reach mature heights and spreads of 20 feet or more. It thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. The plant is drought-tolerant once established and resistant to disease, requiring minimal care and no fertilizer. Spring pruning is recommended to manage its rapid growth and maintain desired boundaries.
$26.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
61
/ 2644
#61 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-38%
Below average
SKU
27771
Who it's for
- Busy gardeners seeking reliable, low-maintenance perennial color
- Landscape designers wanting long-lasting floral interest through autumn
- Homeowners needing functional solutions for suppressing garden weeds
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with limited space or strict containment requirements
- Minimalists preferring plants that require zero seasonal grooming
- Eco-conscious buyers concerned about planting potentially invasive species
Performance breakdown
Growth Speed
Rapidly covers structures with aggressive, vigorous twining stems.
Maintenance Ease
Thrives with minimal intervention and requires absolutely no fertilizer.
Pollinator Appeal
Profuse late-season blooms act as a magnet for local bees.
Environmental Resilience
Highly drought-tolerant and disease-resistant once the root system establishes.
Pruning Flexibility
Handles severe spring pruning exceptionally well to manage boundaries.
Sensory Impact
Fragrant white flowers provide a striking visual and aromatic display.
Key Specs
SKU
27771
Genus
Polygonum
Species
auberti
Item Form
1-Quart
Bloom Color
White
Foliage Color
Medium Green
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
4 - 8
Features
- Extremely fast-growing for rapid coverage
- Attracts bees with late summer/fall blooms
- Fragrant white flowers add sensory appeal
- Vigorous and disease resistant
- Drought tolerant once established
- Handles severe pruning well
- Requires no fertilizer
- Low maintenance plant
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and reliability of the Polygonum plants received from Wayside Gardens. Reviewers frequently note the robust health and substantial size of the specimens upon arrival, suggesting excellent initial value. The plant's vigorous growth and hardiness are highlighted as major benefits, establishing quickly and thriving even in less than ideal conditions. This ease of establishment makes it a highly reliable choice for gardeners seeking dependable performance and lasting beauty.
Know before you buy
This is an exceptionally vigorous climber. Once established, it can reach a mature height and spread of 20 feet, making it an ideal choice if you need to cover a fence, trellis, or arbor quickly.
It is a remarkably low-maintenance plant that requires no fertilizer to thrive. The only regular care needed is a pruning session in the spring to keep its rapid growth within your desired boundaries.
The Polygonum is hardy in zones 4 through 8. It is a robust, disease-resistant perennial that becomes drought-tolerant once it has settled into your landscape.
For the best results, plant it in a location that receives full sun. It is adaptable to most soil types, provided the area is well-drained.
Yes, the profuse, fragrant white flowers that bloom in late summer and fall are highly attractive to bees. They provide a late-season nectar source while adding a pleasant scent to your outdoor space.
Absolutely. This plant handles severe pruning very well, which is necessary given its fast growth rate. Regular spring pruning is recommended to maintain its shape and prevent it from overtaking nearby structures.
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