Hedera hibernica

English Ivy

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Hardy climbing ivy with lobed leaves, popular for ground cover and vertical gardening. Tolerates various conditions.
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Plant Details

Common Name English Ivy
Family Araliaceae
Genus Hedera
Species Hibernica
Origin Western Europe
Blooming Foliage plant, yellow-green flowers in autumn on mature specimens
Leaf Color dark green with lighter veins
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining potting mix with peat and perlite for indoor; garden loam outdoors

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Watering

Keep soil evenly moist during growing season, reduce watering in winter to prevent root rot

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers partial shade indoors; tolerates full sun outdoors in cooler climates, avoid intense afternoon heat

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks from April to September

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Pruning

Trim regularly to maintain shape and control growth; remove dead or diseased foliage promptly

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 75°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
35% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 8000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
200 – 1500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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