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Hedera helix

English Ivy

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Information by: PlantMaster        Photographer: Modesto Jr. College

 

Description

This evergreen vine has dark green leaves with pale green veins, climbing upwards to 100'. If used as a ground cover, this plant is less than 1' tall but will spread 100' with time. When mature, clusters of small green flowers bloom in fall, followed by black berries. Best used in pots. Considered invasive in some areas. It does best in part and full shade although it will grow in full sun. It prefers moist, loam soil but established plants will grow in any condition. Be careful where you plant this vine as it may climb and cover gutters, siding, walls.

 

Plant Type

Broadleaf Evergreen, Ground cover, Vine

Height Range

Under 1', 3-6'

Flower Color

Green

Flower Season

Fall

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Black

Fruit Season

Winter

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Seascape, Woodland

Accenting Features

Espalier

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Parking Strip, Park, Parking Lot, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Cascade, Container, Erosion Control, Lawn Substitute, Fire Resistant, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Check the soil's moisture level before watering.

You can reduce your water use 20-50% by regularly checking the soil before watering.