Plants in genus hedera
Hedera helix 'Heart'
Hedera helix 'Heart' is a fast-growing evergreen vine with dark green heart-shaped leaves. It is ideal for creating a screen or ground cover, as its vines can trail, climb, and cascade. The plant is known for its ease of care and air-purifying benefits.
Hedera helix f. helix
Hedera helix f. helix is an evergreen perennial with variegated foliage of dark green and creamy white leaves. It grows best when attached to a structure and prefers well-draining soil rich in organic matter. This ivy is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 4-11.
Hedera helix
Hedera helix, commonly known as English ivy, is a climbing evergreen vine native to Europe and parts of Asia. It features green and butterscotch mottled leaves and can grow up to 30 meters high. This plant is known for its ability to climb tree trunks, walls, and fences, and is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant. However, it can be invasive and is mildly poisonous to humans and animals.
Hedera helix 'Gold Child'
Hedera helix 'Gold Child' is an evergreen climber with medium-sized, lustrous leaves that are gray-green with bright gold margins. This fast-growing and easy-to-grow plant is ideal for adding vertical interest to gardens or as a houseplant.
Hedera helix 'Green California'
This plant has deep green colored foliage with no variegation and is known for being a fast-growing arrangement or ground cover. It is an easy-to-grow vining plant.
Hedera nepalensis
Hedera nepalensis is an evergreen ivy native to Nepal and Bhutan, known for its dark green, glossy leaves with silvery grey venation. It grows up to 30 meters in height and produces yellow flowers from October to April. This plant is frost-resistant and suitable as a ground cover or decorative climber.
Hedera helix 'Kolibre'
Hedera helix 'Kolibre' is a climbing, evergreen shrub with small, triangular, cream-marked grey-green leaves. It is fast-growing and serves as an excellent screen or ground cover, thriving in low light and acting as an air purifier.
Hedera helix 'Glacier'
Hedera helix 'Glacier' is a popular variegated ivy with green and white striping. This versatile plant can thrive in a range of light conditions, from sun to shade, making it a great choice for various garden settings. Its attractive foliage adds interest to both indoor and outdoor spaces.
Hedera helix 'Teardrop'
Hedera helix 'Teardrop' is a fast-growing, large-leafed evergreen vine with glossy, tear drop-shaped dark green leaves. It is known for its moderate to easy care requirements and ability to trail, climb, and cascade, making it ideal for use as a screen or ground cover. This ivy is suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings, thriving in low light conditions. Its attractive foliage and vigorous growth make it a popular choice for adding greenery to various spaces.
Hedera helix 'Eva'
Hedera helix 'Eva' is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant ivy with a trailing and mounding habit. It features white-edged, silvery green leaves and is suitable as a ground cover or for arrangements. This easy-to-grow plant is known for its quick growth.
Hedera colchica 'Green Spice'
Hedera colchica 'Green Spice' is a clumping, non-running ivy with an upright growth habit. It features black-green, heart-shaped foliage and unique green flower clusters in early summer. This evergreen plant grows well in low-light conditions and requires no pruning.
Hedera helix 'Schaffer Three'
Hedera helix 'Schaffer Three' is a variegated ivy with white speckling throughout its leaves. It is a hardy plant that can grow in a variety of conditions, making it a versatile choice for gardens.
Hedera helix ssp. poetarum 'Poetica Arboreum'
Hedera helix ssp. poetarum 'Poetica Arboreum' is a compact ivy with dark, evergreen, spade-shaped leaves. It grows to 4 feet tall and wide, producing flower clusters in late summer. This plant prefers well-drained to dry soil and can thrive in both sun and shade.
Hedera helix 'Hummingbird'
Hedera helix 'Hummingbird' is a unique ivy variety with leaves resembling the feet of a hummingbird. This plant is suitable for dry shade and can thrive in both sun and shade, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Hedera helix 'Miniature Green Ripples'
Hedera helix 'Miniature Green Ripples' is a slow-growing variety of ivy with dense green foliage. It is suitable for shaded areas and can be used as a ground cover or in containers. This plant is known for its resilience and ability to thrive in various light conditions.
Hedera helix 'Jubilee'
Hedera helix 'Jubilee' is a variegated leaf miniature ivy known for its vigorous growth. This plant is versatile, thriving in both sun and shade, and is suitable for use as a groundcover or in containers.
Hedera rhombea 'Creme De Menthe'
Hedera rhombea 'Creme De Menthe' is an evergreen plant that forms a non-running clump, reaching 30 inches in height and 18 inches in width. It features narrow, glossy blue-green leaves with a creamy white border, providing year-round interest. This plant is suitable for both sunny and shady gardens and produces green flower spikes in the fall. It is a low-maintenance choice for adding texture and color to garden spaces.
Hedera helix 'Sagittaefolia Variegata'
Hedera helix 'Sagittaefolia Variegata' is an ivy variety with white frosted, pointed lobed leaves. It is suitable for various lighting conditions, from sun to shade, and adds a decorative touch to gardens with its unique foliage.
Hedera rhombea 'Cheju'
Hedera rhombea 'Cheju' is a drought-tolerant ivy from Korea's Cheju Island, forming a 2-foot tall and 3-foot wide clump. It blooms in late summer with flower clusters, followed by black-fruited seed heads that last into spring. This plant is suitable for both sun and shade, offering ornamental value with its persistent seed heads.
Hedera helix 'Thorndale'
Hedera helix 'Thorndale' is a broadleaved evergreen vine known for its creamy white veins on green leaves. It can either self-cling or trail, making it versatile for various landscaping needs. This ivy is fast-growing, cold hardy, and heat tolerant, adaptable to different soil types. It is also recognized for its air-purifying qualities, as highlighted in NASA's Clean Air Study.
Hedera helix 'Little Diamond'
Hedera helix 'Little Diamond' is a small-leaved, variegated ivy with green and white foliage. This versatile plant can thrive in a range of light conditions, from full sun to shade, making it suitable for various garden settings. Its compact size and attractive variegation make it a popular choice for both indoor and outdoor use.
Hedera helix 'Buttercup'
Hedera helix 'Buttercup' is an ivy variety notable for its striking buttery yellow new foliage. This plant is versatile, thriving in both sun and shade, and is suitable for use as a ground cover or in containers.
Hedera helix 'Spetchley'
Hedera helix 'Spetchley' is a tiny-leaved ivy that serves as an excellent ground cover. Its fine texture and miniature leaves make it a charming addition to gardens, particularly in shaded or partially shaded areas. This ivy is versatile, thriving in both sun and shade, and is well-suited for dry conditions.
Hedera helix 'California Fan'
Hedera helix 'California Fan' is a green ivy with crinkled leaves resembling a hand fan. This versatile plant is suitable for a variety of garden settings, thriving in both sun and shade, and is often used in rain gardens and as a groundcover.
Hedera colchica 'Sulphur Heart'
Hedera colchica 'Sulphur Heart' is a broadleaf ivy with a striking gold center on its black-green, heart-shaped leaves. This plant serves as an excellent groundcover, adding vibrant color and texture to shaded areas.
Hedera helix 'Prince Avenue'
Hedera helix 'Prince Avenue' is a non-running ivy with glossy, dark green leaves. This evergreen, woody perennial grows to 5 feet tall and 7 feet wide in five years. It flowers in mid-September, attracting insects, but is not suitable for the Pacific Northwest due to its specific growing requirements.
Hedera helix 'Trident'
Hedera helix 'Trident' is a unique ivy variety known for its trident-shaped leaves. It is versatile, growing well in both sun and shade, and is suitable for dry shade conditions. This perennial is a great choice for adding texture and interest to gardens or as a ground cover.
Hedera algeriensis 'Whipped Cream'
Hedera algeriensis 'Whipped Cream' is a variegated Algerian ivy with glaucous green leaves edged in white. This evergreen plant grows 2 feet tall and 18 inches wide, suitable for dry sites.