Variegated Ivy | Hedera colchica 'Dentata Variegata'
Wonderful marbled foliage
Grown by Mollie
Cheltenham
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Variegated Ivy
Hedera colchica 'Dentata Variegata'
- Award winning Evergreen Climber
- Stunning variegated lime and emerald foliage
- Ideal for vertical or ground coverage
- Brings colour and sophistication to your living space
- Easy maintenance
- Please Note: Our climbers are pruned back each winter, and some during the summer, so you may find at certain times of year they do not cover the whole 90cm cane. This is intentional to ensure the best growth when you plant out
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Variegated Ivy is very easy to grow in pots and is ideal for adding year-round greenery to smaller spaces or hanging baskets.
How big does it get?
Variegated Ivy is a vigorous climber that can reach heights of 10 to 20 metres or more if left unpruned.
How much sunlight does this need?
Variegated Ivy is highly adaptable and can grow in full sun, partial shade, or full shade.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Variegated Ivy is highly adaptable and prefers a moist, well-drained alkaline soil, though it tolerates most soil types.
How much watering does this plant need?
Variegated Ivy is drought-tolerant once established, but benefits from about 2.5 centimetres of water per week during hot summer months.
Will this plant need pruning?
Variegated Ivy can be pruned at any time of the year to control its size, cutting back long trailing stems by 30 to 60 centimetres to prevent it from becoming invasive.
How hardy is this plant?
Hedera colchica 'Dentata Variegata' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it can withstand temperatures from -10°C to -15°C and is hardy in most places throughout the UK.
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