Common Ivy
Hedera helix
Hedera helix, simply ivy, or common ivy, English ivy, European ivy, King's choice ivy, is a species of flowering plant in the family Araliaceae. It is native to most of Europe and parts of western Asia. Ivy is a clinging evergreen vine that grows on tree trunks, walls, and fences in gardens, waste spaces, and wild habitats. Ivy is popular as an ornamental plant, but escaped plants have become naturalised outside its native range. Ivy has considerable cultural significance and symbolism.
Description from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).
⚠ Safety
Berries and leaves are toxic; grow for wildlife, not food.
At a glance
- Sunlight
- Deep shade
- Water need
- Low
- Mature height
- 10 m
- Maintenance
- Low
- Hardiness
- USDA 5–9
- Layers
- climber, groundcover
Functional roles
Propagation
How to make more of this plant for free — the permaculture way.
When: Cuttings almost any time
One of the last nectar sources of the year, and dense cover/berries for wildlife; clothes shade and walls.
Where to get it
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Seed data pending expert review. Identification photo and description are sourced from Wikipedia/Wikimedia; always confirm a plant in person before eating any part of it.