English Ivy
Hedera Helix
Grow conditions
- Sunlight
- Partial shade to shade
- Hardiness zone
- 4-9
- Min. Temperature
- −29°F (−34°C)
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well drained, Moist
- Soil pH
- Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Plant traits
Mature height6-8 inches (groundcover) or up to 50 ft (climbing)
Mature spreadvaries widely
Plant typeGround Layers
Bloom seasonFall
Foliage typeEvergreen
Tolerance & safety
Drought tolerantYes
Fire tolerantNo
Pet safeToxic
Deer resistantYes
Pollinator-friendlyBees
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