Hedera helix ‘Glacier’

£15.00

Hedera helix ‘Glacier’ in a 3 litre pot.

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Summary

Description

Hedera helix 'Glacier', commonly known as variegated ivy, is a popular evergreen climbing plant that is prized for its attractive, variegated leaves. The leaves are a pale green with creamy white margins, providing a striking contrast to other plants in the garden. Hedera helix 'Glacier' is a fast-growing and hardy plant that is easy to grow in a well-draining soil in a part-shade to full-shade location. It is often used to cover walls, fences, and other structures, and can add a lush and vibrant touch to any garden. In addition to its ornamental value, Hedera helix 'Glacier' is also useful for its air-purifying properties. The plant is known to absorb harmful chemicals from the air, making it a great choice for use in homes and offices. To create a harmonious planting scheme, consider pairing Hedera helix 'Glacier' with some complementary companion plants. For example, the bright pink flowers of Heuchera (coral bells) can provide a beautiful contrast to the variegated leaves of the ivy. The deep blue flowers of Vinca minor (periwinkle) also pair well with Hedera helix 'Glacier' and can create a natural and peaceful look in the garden.

Key Facts

  • Common Name(s):Ivy 'Glacier'
  • Hardiness:Fully hardy
  • How big will I get? Hedera helix 'Glacier' can grow to a height of 2m and a spread of 0.8m.
  • Did You Know That:Variegated ivy is a popular plant for use in hanging baskets, where it can trail down and add a beautiful touch of green to any space?

Plant Calendar

A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.

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Care Guide

Soil Requirements

Hedera helix 'Glacier' is a versatile plant and can cope with wet or drier soils, but prefers there to be decent drainage. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.

Best Position

Hedera helix 'Glacier' can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.

Maintenance

Hedera helix 'Glacier' is fairly low maintenance and doesn't require any pruning. However it can be tidied up as much as necessary through the year, this is especially important if you are trying to keep it limited to a certain area.

Pest, Diseases and Wildlife

Hedera helix 'Glacier' can have problems with scale insects and aphids, it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as leaf spot. It is also known to attract bees, butterflies, birds and other pollinators. It is considered to be toxic.

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