Hedera helix 'Hahns' |
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Hahn's Self-Branching Ivy |
Description
This vine takes on a more bushy form with branching at the tips; it produces amazing dark green leaves with insignificant small, white flowers. It will grow on fences, trees, walls and buildings. It can be used for topiaries, on hillsides for erosion control or for a lawn substitute. It tolerates full or part sun and is very hardy.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Ground cover, Vine
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Poisonous
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal, Seascape, Woodland
Accenting Features
Espalier, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Cascade, Container, Erosion Control, Topiary, Mass Planting, Lawn Substitute, Hanging Baskets
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.