Ivy. The matt green unlobed leaves of this superb climber has given rise to the name ‘Elephant Ears’. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 2m. Full sun/partial shade and Shaded site. Hardy. Harmful if eaten/may cause skin allergy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Hedera colchica ‘Dentata’
The matt green unlobed leaves of this superb climber has given rise to the name ‘Elephant Ears’.
Additional information
| Generic | Hedera |
|---|---|
| Species | colchica |
| Varietry | 'Dentata' |
| Common Name | Ivy |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade, Shaded site |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 2m |
| Family | Araliaceae |
| Spread | 2m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Climbing, Low spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Climbing wall, Ground cover |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten/may cause skin allergy |
| Pruning | Only prune if required to keep shape |
| Pruning Time | Early spring |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | Top dress in spring |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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