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Hedera Hibernica | Irish Ivy
Hedera Hibernica | Irish Ivy

Hedera Hibernica | Irish Ivy

SKU: PL00002992
3 litre pot | 60cm cane
£29.99
Available to order from autumn
3 litre pot | 1.7m cane
£79.99
Available to order from autumn
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Delivery options

Standard £5.99

Overview

This vigorous evergreen climber can be variable, with veined or plain big glossy ovate or triangular leaves which are excellent for covering large walls and fences - or hiding eyesores. Its aerial roots, that form along the stems, enable it to cling to support, so no trellis or wires are needed, but it is also often planted on slopes to stabilise soil and provide year-round groundcover. It can have small insignificant greenish flowers that won't look much to us humans, but these are loved by pollinating insects. Then it can go on to produce black berries, which the birds and wildlife will devour. The evergreen foliage is also useful for offering much-needed shelter for many insects and birds, so all in all this is a great addition to a wildlife garden.

Specifications

  • Position: full sun or full shade
  • Soil: humus-rich, preferably alkaline, moist, well-drained soil
  • Rate of growth: fast-growing
  • Hardiness: fully hardy
  • Toxicity: Harmful to humans and pets if eaten, skin irritant/allergen

Eventual height & spread

Eventual height and spread

Care guide

Plants may be pruned at any time of the year to keep within bounds.

Warning

Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten; skin irritant/allergen

How your order will arrive

Pots and Packaging
Larger pots (2L and above) are wrapped in waxed paper and then attached to a cardboard base so they stay stable in the box. The waxed paper prevents the compost from spilling out and gives the base some added protection from damp compost. For large numbers of plants, pallets may be used for shipping.

Preparation
The nursery will ensure the plant is moist while it's waiting to be picked up. Our quality control team waters the plant before packing them where necessary to make sure that the plant is suitably watered for transport. Plants with long delicate stems are secured with canes to prevent damage.

Plant on Arrival
Typically plants are delivered ready to plant and will take some time to settle, grow and look more like the product image above.

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