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Hedera helix 'Needlepoint'

Family Araliaceae
Plant Type vine
Zone USDA:   3a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H1 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread
Light full sun to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The vine Hedera helix 'Needlepoint' (English ivy) bears bright yellow flowers during late summer to early autumn. The showy glossy foliage is deep green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Hedera helix 'Needlepoint' (English ivy) produces showy fruit. This plant has smooth stems.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, container, ground cover, hanging basket, house plant, topiary and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics This vine attracts birds to your garden. Hedera helix 'Needlepoint' tolerates pollution.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Hedera helix 'Needlepoint' (English ivy) grows at a very fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. It will need to be pruned regularly. Where conditions are favourable, Hedera helix 'Needlepoint' (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.