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tree ivy [2]

Hedera helix 'Arborescens'

Pollinator FriendlyLow MaintenanceFragrant

Genus: Hedera
Family: Araliaceae

About this plant

A compact, bushy, non-climbing form of ivy with glossy, evergreen, heart shaped leaves. Clusters of creamy/green flowers in late summer are attractive to pollinating insects followed by blue/black berries in winter.

Growing Information

Height

0.5-1 Metres

Spread

0.5-1 Metres

Hardiness

H5

Foliage

Evergreen

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Full ShadeFull SunPartial Shade

Soil

ClayChalkLoamSandy

pH

Not Currently Available

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Acid

Alkaline

Neutral

Moisture

Poorly DrainedWell Drained

Aspect

South FacingNorth FacingWest FacingEast Facing

Exposure

ShelteredExposed

Care Guide

Cultivation

Tolerant of most conditions, but prefers a well-drained, fertile soil. Easy to maintain.

Pruning

Pruning Group 11 as required.

Propagation

Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids and scale insects.

Diseases

May be susceptible to leaf spot

Garden Uses

Uses

City CourtyardCottage InformalFlower BordersGround Cover

Planting Places

GreenhouseOutdoorBog GardenPond MarginsWall Trained

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumnWinter

Size & Characteristics

Height

0.5-1 Metres

Spread

0.5-1 Metres

Habit

Bushy

Time to Full Height

Ten To Twenty Years