English Ivy
Hedera helix
Hedera helix is an evergreen self-clinging climber that covers walls and trees with dense green foliage. It flowers in autumn and tolerates shade and low temperatures.
Attributes
Type
Climber, evergreen
Spread
2.5 – 4.0 m
Soil
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Min. temperature
-15 °C
Data: Royal Horticultural Society, Missouri Botanical Garden
Evergreen
Shade tolerant
Low maintenance
Care guide
Sun
Partial shade to full shade
Water
Low
Height
3–20 m
Hardiness
High
Flowering
Autumn
Foliage
Evergreen
Safety
Harmful if eaten: skin irritant/allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. Pets (dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents): Harmful if eaten, skin irritant/allergen. For further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
Available Sizes
2L
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Sources
Page information is based on the following sources:
- Profile Wikipedia (EN) — Hedera helix
- Facts Royal Horticultural Society, Missouri Botanical Garden