Hedera helix 'Green'
English Ivy
The Hedera helix 'Green', or English Ivy, is a hardy, fast-growing evergreen climber or groundcover known for its lush, dark green foliage. This versatile plant is ideal for covering walls, fences, or trellises, and can also be used as a dense, weed-suppressing groundcover. With its trailing or climbing habit, it grows up to 10 to 30 metres when supported, making it a valuable addition to gardens requiring vertical greenery or erosion control.
Low-maintenance and adaptable, English Ivy thrives in a variety of conditions, adding timeless elegance and greenery to landscapes.
Specifications
- HeightUp to 10 to 30 metres (with support)
- WidthSpreads indefinitely as groundcover
- Native toEurope and Western Asia
- FoliageDark green, lobed leaves; evergreen
- Growth rateFast
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained, fertile soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay types
- LightFull sun to full shade
- WaterLow to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
- ClimateThrives in temperate and subtropical regions
Additional Features
- FormTrailing or climbing habit with dense foliage
- UsesIdeal for groundcover, erosion control, vertical coverage, or containers
- SpacingPlant 30 to 60 cm apart for quick coverage
- Low MaintenanceMinimal care required; trim as needed to control growth
- Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free and hardy
- Drought TolerancePerforms well in low-water gardens once established
- Erosion ControlExcellent for stabilising slopes and preventing soil erosion
- VersatilityComplements cottage, formal, and woodland garden styles
- Air PurifyingImproves indoor air quality when grown as a houseplant
The English Ivy is a resilient and versatile plant, perfect for adding lush greenery, texture, and low-maintenance coverage to gardens, walls, and indoor spaces.