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English Ivy

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Modesto Jr. College

 

Description

This evergreen vine has dark green leaves with pale green veins. When mature, clusters of small green flowers will bloom followed by black berries. English Ivy is considered invasive in some areas. It is beautiful in hanging baskets, as a ground cover or on difficult shady hillsides.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Broadleaf Evergreen, Ground cover, Vine

 

Height Range

Under 1', 3-6', 6-12', 12-25'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half, Shade

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Seascape

 

Accenting Features

Espalier

 

Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

Entry, Foundation, Patio, Park, Walls / Fences, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Cascade, Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Lawn Substitute, Hanging Baskets

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.