Overview
Hedera canariensis 'Gloire deMarengo' is a climber in the genus Hedera, part of the Araliaceae family. Hedera canariensis 'Gloire deMarengo' grows best in partial shade and shade, and tolerates well-drained and fertile soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include ground cover, wall cover and container. It is native to Canary Islands.
About
Hedera canariensis, the Canary Island ivy, Canary ivy or Madeira ivy, is a species of ivy, native to the Canary Islands and possibly the Atlantic coast of northern Africa.
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About the genus
Hedera, commonly called ivy, is a genus of 12–15 species of evergreen climbing or ground-creeping woody plants in the family Araliaceae, native to Western Europe, Central Europe, Southern Europe, Macaronesia, northwestern Africa and across central-southern Asia east to Japan and Taiwan. Several species are cultivated as climbing ornamentals, and the name ivy especially denotes common ivy, known in North America as "English ivy", which is frequently planted to clothe brick walls.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hedera
- Sunlight
- partial shade, shade
- Soil type
- well-drained, fertile
- Soil pH
- acidic, neutral, alkaline
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Exposure
- sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Hedera canariensis 'Gloire deMarengo' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber
- Suggested uses
- ground cover, wall cover, container
- Native to
- Canary Islands
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hedera canariensis 'Gloire deMarengo'
- Cultivation
- Prefers sheltered positions with some shade; avoid waterlogged soils.
- Pruning
- Prune to control growth and shape as needed.
- Propagation
- semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Hedera canariensis 'Gloire deMarengo'?
Prefers sheltered positions with some shade; avoid waterlogged soils.
Where is the best place to plant Hedera canariensis 'Gloire deMarengo'?
Hedera canariensis 'Gloire deMarengo' prefers partial shade and shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hedera canariensis 'Gloire deMarengo' need?
Hedera canariensis 'Gloire deMarengo' grows best in well-drained and fertile soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Hedera canariensis 'Gloire deMarengo'?
Prune to control growth and shape as needed.
Is Hedera canariensis 'Gloire deMarengo' hardy in the UK?
Hedera canariensis 'Gloire deMarengo' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Hedera canariensis 'Gloire deMarengo'?
Semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
More in the Hedera genus
- Hedera helix 'Gold Dust' (v)English Ivy
- Hedera helix 'Malvern'English Ivy
- Hedera helix 'Rauschgold' (v)English Ivy
- Hedera helix 'Renton Gold'English Ivy
- Hedera helix 'Spear Point'English Ivy
- Hedera helix 'Very Merry'Common Ivy
- Hedera hibernica (Hibernica Group) 'Ebony'Atlantic Ivy