Ivy. Ideal ground cover plant and an excellent evergreen climber for screening The purple leaves often have bright green veins. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 2m. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Harmful if eaten/may cause skin allergy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Hedera helix ‘Atropurpurea’
Ideal ground cover plant and an excellent evergreen climber for screening The purple leaves often have bright green veins.
Additional information
| Generic | Hedera |
|---|---|
| Species | helix |
| Varietry | 'Atropurpurea' |
| Common Name | Ivy |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 2m |
| Family | Araliaceae |
| Spread | 2m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Climbing, Low spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | purple |
| 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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