English Ivy
Hedera helix
Height:
6 - 12 in.
Width:
60+ ft.
Foliage Color:
Dark Green
Foliage Type:
Broadleaf Evergreen
Exposure:
Partial Sun
Shape:
Vine
Moisture Level:
Moist, Well Drained
Zones:
4 - 9
Native Range:
Europe
The Gardener's Notepad
Stays low as a groundcover, but will climb anything. Sky's the limit. Personally, I really like seeing old trees covered in ivy. Non ivy lovers may object, but I find the effect to be very restful. Develops bushy outcroppings of adult foliage which will bloom and produce clusters of deep purple berries.