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HEDERA HELIX

Hedera helix

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Genus: HEDERA
Height: 20 Feet Tall
Spread: 3 Feet Wide
Color: green foliage
Light: Full Shade Plants
Full Shade Groundcover Plants
Type: Groundcover
Zone: 4
Item: #4358

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Hedera helix is a vigorous, evergreen vine prized for its dense, glossy foliage and exceptional versatility in the landscape. Its lobed leaves create a classic, refined look whether used as a groundcover, trained to climb walls and fences, or allowed to cascade from containers. Over time, it can form a thick, weed-suppressing mat in shaded areas, making it a popular choice for difficult sites where few other plants thrive. While primarily grown for its foliage, mature plants may produce small, inconspicuous greenish flowers followed by dark berries, adding subtle seasonal interest.

Plant Hedera helix in well-drained soil in partial to full shade, though it is highly adaptable and can tolerate a range of light conditions, including some sun with adequate moisture. Water regularly during establishment, but once rooted, it becomes quite drought tolerant. It responds well to pruning, which can be used to control its spread and maintain a tidy appearance. It is ideal for covering slopes, underplanting trees, or creating vertical greenery on structures. However, due to its vigorous growth, it should be monitored and managed carefully, as it can spread aggressively and climb surfaces where it may not be desired.

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PLANT	SIZE	TYPE	GALENA	ADD'L	DIG	SOON
HEDERA HELIX	TRADE 1		110	0	0	0
HEDERA HELIX	501		27	0	0	0

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KEY:
con = containers - available now
Galena = Above ground and available now
Additional = Remote location, call rep. Not in Shop.
Dig = Still in ground, call rep. Not in Shop (in orange).
Soon = Coming soon, call rep. Not in Shop.

(BBnPOT - formerly known as GRSTART - are B&B put into a container - they are available now)

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Planting Tips ⓘ

To help Hedera settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in well-draining, average-to-rich soil with an exposure ranging from partial shade to full shade. Hedera is highly adaptable and becomes drought-tolerant once established. Please note: This is a very vigorous, evergreen groundcover that climbs and spreads rapidly. It is best utilized in large, contained areas where it has room to expand. Avoid planting near structures, siding, or trees, as it will quickly climb surfaces; regular pruning is necessary to contain its growth and maintain desired boundaries.