Also known as Ivy · 923 gardener saves
Hedera: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Hedera, the genus most gardeners know as ivy. We track 35 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 12 most-saved Hedera varieties
Of 35 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most saved'Little Diamond' English Ivy
Hedera helix 'Little Diamond'
#2 most savedEnglish Ivy
Hedera helix 'Spetchley'
#3 most savedEnglish Ivy
Hedera helix 'Trident'
English Ivy Flamenco
Hedera helix 'Flamenco'
English Ivy Mint Kolibri
Hedera helix 'Mint Kolibri'
English Ivy
Hedera helix
Green Spice English Ivy
Hedera colchica 'Green Spice'
English Ivy
Hedera helix 'English Ivy'
English Ivy Duckfoot
Hedera helix 'Duckfoot'
Caecilia English Ivy
Hedera helix 'Caecilia'
Goldheart Ivy
Hedera helix 'Goldheart'
Fantasy English Ivy
Hedera helix 'Fantasy'
Browse all 35 Hedera varieties →
How to grow Hedera
What the Hedera varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 35 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Hedera year
- PruneFebruary, March, June, July and August97% of varieties
Cut back aggressively to control spread or maintain shape in containers
- Check for PestsMay–August71% of varieties
Check undersides of leaves for spider mites or scale
- PropagateApril–July60% of varieties
Root stem cuttings easily in water or moist soil
- PlantMarch, April, September and October43% of varieties
Plant new starts or transplants in spring or fall
- Spring CleanupFebruary40% of varieties
Remove any winter-damaged or dead foliage
Do
- Water regularly during dry periods 🌱
- Prune to control growth and shape
- Mulch to conserve moisture
- Feed with balanced fertilizer in spring
- Water regularly during dry spells 🌱
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Do not allow to dry out completely
- Overwater to prevent root rot ❌
- Avoid excessive fertilizing
What goes wrong with Hedera
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves | Apply insecticidal soap or neem oil |
| Spider Mites | Fine webbing on leaves | Use insecticidal soap or neem oil |
| Spider mites | Webbing and speckled leaves | Spray with insecticidal soap |
| Scale insects | Bumps on stems and leaves | Apply horticultural oil |
| Root rot | Wilting and yellowing leaves | Improve soil drainage and reduce watering |
| Root Rot | Yellowing leaves and wilting | Improve drainage and reduce watering |
| Leaf spot | Dark spots on leaves | Remove affected leaves and ensure good air circulation |
Making more Hedera
Cuttings
- Select healthy stem cuttings in early spring
- Dip in rooting hormone
- Plant in moist soil
- Keep soil evenly moist for 6 weeks
Layering
- Bend a low-growing stem to the ground
- Secure with pin or stone
- Keep moist for 8 weeks until roots develop
Hedera questions
How many types of Hedera are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 35 distinct Hedera varieties. The most popular — ranked by 923 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Hedera grow in?
Across its varieties, Hedera covers USDA Zones 4–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Hedera bloom?
Most Hedera varieties bloom in late summer to fall, late summer, fall. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Hedera should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
Design with Hedera in your own yard
Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.
