Melinda Myers

English Ivy

Botanical Name

Hedera helix

Hardiness

Zones 5 to 9

Height

20 to 80 feet

Width

3 to 50 feet

Flowers

Greenish white, not ornamentally important

Light

Part shade to full shade

Soil

Moist, well-drained

Planting & Care

• Site in protected location away from winter winds and sun
• Prune to keep growth in check
• Somewhat drought tolerant once established

Problems

Cold hardiness issues, spider mites, leaf spot; can do damage to siding, gutters, wood and painted surfaces; can be aggressive

Varieties

• Bulgaria - hardy, drought resistant
• Thorndale - large glossy leaves with white veining, cold hardy