ivy 'Buttercup'

Grows best in alkaline, moist but well-drained soil in sun or part shade with shelter from cold winds. Although it will tolerate a wide range of soil conditions. The golden foliage can turn light green if grown in too much shade

Pruning group 11 at any time. Renovate in early spring before the growth starts

Propagate by softwood cuttings or layering at any time. Root semi-ripe or hardwood cuttings from summer to winter

May be damaged by scale insects, aphids and glasshouse red spider mite; vine weevil may be a problem when grown in containers

May be affected by fungal leaf spot; frost damage may be a problem in severe winters but will usually recover in spring