Green Spice English Ivy
Hedera colchica 'Green Spice'
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Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Vine
Height
8 inches
Width
60 inches
Light
Partial Sun, Shade
Zones
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Water
Moderate
Humidity
Moderate to high
Lifespan
Perennial
Native To
Europe and Western Asia
Toxicity
Toxic if ingested, sap may irritate skin
The Story
Plant Bio
Hedera helix is a vigorous, self-clinging evergreen climber or groundcover with distinctive lobed leaves. It produces small, greenish flowers in fall followed by black berries. 'Green Spice' is a cultivar noted for its medium-sized, heart-shaped green leaves with prominent, lighter green veins, creating a 'spicy' mottled appearance.
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Planting
How to Grow
- Tuck cuttings into moist soil in spring, keep moist for 6 weeks.
- Plant in well-draining soil with partial shade or sun.
- Water regularly during initial establishment.
- Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring.
- Prune to shape after flowering, typically mid-summer.
- Mulch around base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Pro Tip
Use well-draining soil and provide moderate water for best rooting success.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water regularly during dry spells 🌱
- Prune to control growth and shape
- Mulch to retain soil moisture
Don't
- Overwater to prevent root rot ❌
- Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings
- Use heavy fertilization late in season
Seasonal Care Calendar
| Task | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
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Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Companion Plants
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Green Spice English Ivy questions
What zones can Green Spice English Ivy grow in?
Green Spice English Ivy is hardy in USDA Zones 4–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is Green Spice English Ivy deer resistant?
Yes — Green Spice English Ivy is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.
When does Green Spice English Ivy bloom?
Green Spice English Ivy typically blooms in late summer through late fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Green Spice English Ivy need full sun?
Green Spice English Ivy does best in part shade.
Is Green Spice English Ivy drought tolerant?
Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Green Spice English Ivy handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.
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