Species: Hedera helix
(hed'er-ah he'liks)
English Ivy
Found on Course Walks
Map of plant locations
(Plant location data may be incomplete)
In Collection(s):
None Listed
Cultivars
At least 30 cultivars exist for this popular plant. It's invasive tendencies in some areas should be noted. However in areas where it is not invasive its quality as an evergreen groundcover and climber is unparalleled. Go here to see more cultivars: http://www.ivy.org/gallery1.htm
'Arborescens', 'Baltica', 'Bulgaria', 'Buttercup', 'Hibernica', 'Ogalalla', 'Purpurea', 'Rochester', 'Thorndale', 'Treetop', 'Wilsonii'Ornamental Characteristics
Groundcover, Vine
12
Evergreen
Clinging vine or ground cover
growth is maximized in rich, organic soil; some protection from full winter sun and wind is necessary at the northern edges of zone 5b to avoid winter drying of foliage
Environmental Characteristics
Part shade, Shade
5b
Can tolerate acid to alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 8.0)
evergreen; dark green lustrous foliage clings to anything; black fruits throughout the winter
Consistently moist, well-drained soil; Occasional periods of dry soil
See graphic below
Insect Disease
susceptible to mite infestations
Bare Root Transplanting
Other
Native to Europe. Invasive to Pacific Northeast US.
Moisture Tolerance Graphic
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Moisture Tolerance
