| | | Family | Araliaceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 5a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 5 - 10 cm (2 - 4 in) | | Spread | 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft) | | Light | full sun to shade | | Soil Moisture | low to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | The foliage is deep green in colour and evergreen. | | Typical Uses | Accent, alpine or rock garden, container, edging, ground cover and woodland. | | Special Characteristics | Hedera helix 'Spetchley' is tolerant of drought and moderate foot traffic. | | Cautions | Be aware that Hedera helix 'Spetchley' (miniature English ivy) is poisonous or toxic. Plan its application carefully if you have children or pets. | | |