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common ivy
Hedera helix
vine⛅ part shade💧💧 moderate waterZone 4b – Zone 9b
A vigorous evergreen vine with small, glossy dark green leaves that clings to surfaces via aerial rootlets. Produces inconspicuous greenish flowers in fall followed by black berries, and tolerates deep shade better than most climbing plants.
Overview
Form
Spreading
Growth Rate
fast
Size
0–5′ tall × 0–3′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen
Tolerances & Soil
low
Zone 4bZone 9b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 4b to Zone 9b
pH Range
5.27.8
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 5.2 to 7.8
Soil Texture
Coarse, Medium, Fine
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
FallWinter
Climber
Vines that climb the layers above on a support.
Succession Role
pioneerearly successional
Native Range
Western Asia and Europe
Function & Care
erosion controlhedgerowwildlife benefit
Establishment & Care
Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
cutting, layering
Notable Cultivars
'Baltica' is hardy to zone 4 and has smaller leaves; 'Hibernica' (Irish Ivy) is more cold-tolerant and vigorous. 'Goldheart' offers yellow-centered variegated foliage for ornamental appeal.
