English Ivy

Scientific Name: Hedera helix

Common Name: English Ivy

Exposure: Partial to full shade

Blooming Time: Late summer to early fall

Bloom Duration: Blooms are inconspicuous; grown more for foliage

Fragrance: No noticeable fragrance

Plant Growing Habit: Vine or trailing ground cover

Characteristics: Features glossy, dark green leaves that are typically three to five-lobed. Often used as a climbing vine on walls, fences, and trellises, or as a ground cover in shaded areas.

Spacing: Plant 12-18 inches apart if using as ground cover; space according to climbing needs if using as a vine.

Height: Varies depending on growth habit; can climb several feet or spread along the ground.

Width: Spreads indefinitely as a ground cover or along the support structure if used as a vine.

Maintenance Requirements: Low maintenance; prefers well-draining soil and regular watering. Prune as needed to control growth and maintain desired shape. Protect from extreme heat and cold. May become invasive in some regions.