.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Variegated English Ivy Hedera helix, Variegated Ivy Description A versatile evergreen vine featuring showy variegated foliage with shades of green, cream, and yellow. It thrives in both sun and shade and is excellent for ground cover, hanging baskets, or climbing on trellises. Suggested Uses Great for shaded gardens, container planting, vertical gardens, and as an indoor decorative plant. Plant Details Botanical Name: Hedera helix Common Name: Variegated English Ivy Size & Growth: Bushy vine reaching up to 6-12 feet long; moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 4-8 Foliage Type: Evergreen, variegated foliage Bloom Time: Late summer to fall Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Partial shade to full shade; tolerates sun with proper watering Attracts Pollinators: Yes, especially bees Indoor Friendly: Yes, ideal for containers and indoor spaces Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Not typically used as cut flower Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, and shade-loving plants Care Tips Planting Instructions: Choose well-draining soil; plant in spring or fall Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged Soil Type: Rich, well-draining soil Humidity: Tolerates average to high humidity Pruning Instructions: Prune in early spring to control size and promote bushiness Winter Care: Protect in colder zones with mulch; hardy down to -30°F Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery Fertilization: Feed with balanced fertilizer in spring and summer Special Care: Keep away from pets and children due to toxicity; monitor for pests like spider mites