Hedera helix Green

Common Name:
English Ivy

Description:
Hedera helix 'Green' is a vigorous, evergreen climber with classic dark green, lobed foliage that forms a dense, trailing or climbing habit. This hardy and fast-growing plant is ideal for covering fences, walls, and trellises, or as a ground cover to suppress weeds in shaded areas. It is also well-suited for hanging baskets and pots, where its cascading vines create a lush effect. English Ivy thrives in well-drained soil and adapts to a wide range of conditions, from full sun to deep shade. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and capable of withstanding light frosts, making it a great choice for Melbourne gardens. Regular pruning helps control its spread and maintain its shape.

Form:

• Climber
• Ground Cover

Mature Size:

• Height: 3 – 6m (if supported)
• Width: 2 – 4m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade
• Full Shade

Flowering:

• Does not flower under Melbourne's weather conditions

Flower Colour:

• N/A

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Tolerant of Coastal Conditions
• Fast-Growing
• Dense Foliage
• Suitable for Green Walls

Toxicity:

• Toxic to humans and pets if ingested

Companion Plants:

• Ficus pumila (Creeping Fig)
• Trachelospermum jasminoides (Star Jasmine)
• Liriope muscari
• Clivia miniata
• Ferns (e.g., Asplenium, Blechnum)