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Hedera helix 'Green Ripple'

Family Araliaceae
Plant Type vine
Zone USDA:   3a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H1 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.1 - 27 m (0 - 90 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The vine Hedera helix 'Green Ripple' (English ivy) bears bright yellow blossoms during late summer to early fall. The showy glossy foliage is medium green and faded green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Hedera helix 'Green Ripple' (English ivy) produces showy fruit. This plant has smooth stems.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, container, ground cover, hanging basket, house plant, mass planting, topiary, vine or climber and woodland.
Special Characteristics This vine attracts birds to your garden. Hedera helix 'Green Ripple' tolerates drought, pollution and light foot traffic.
Cautions Be aware that this vine is poisonous or toxic. Plan its application carefully if you have children or pets. Where conditions are favourable, Hedera helix 'Green Ripple' (English ivy) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.