Overview
Hedera helix 'Glacier' is a climbing evergreen climber in the genus Hedera, part of the Araliaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 15.0 m tall. Hedera helix 'Glacier' grows best in full sun and full shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include ground cover, wall cover and hanging baskets. It is native to Europe.
About
Hedera helix, simply ivy, or common ivy, English ivy, European ivy, King's choice ivy, is a species of flowering plant in the family Araliaceae. It is native to most of Europe and parts of western Asia.
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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
- Full sun, Full shade
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Wet
- Aspect
- South-facing, North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Hedera helix 'Glacier' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Evergreen climber
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 15.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Ground cover, Wall cover, Hanging baskets
- Native to
- Europe
- Toxicity
- Toxic if ingested
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hedera helix 'Glacier'
- Pruning
- Prune to control growth and shape
- Propagation
- Stem cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Mites, Mealybugs, Scale insects
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus, Leaf spot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hedera helix 'Glacier'?
Hedera helix 'Glacier' prefers full sun and full shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Hedera helix 'Glacier' need?
Hedera helix 'Glacier' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to wet.
How do I prune Hedera helix 'Glacier'?
Prune to control growth and shape.
How big does Hedera helix 'Glacier' grow?
Hedera helix 'Glacier' reaches a height of 15.0 m.
Is Hedera helix 'Glacier' hardy in the UK?
Hedera helix 'Glacier' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Hedera helix 'Glacier'?
Stem cuttings.
Is Hedera helix 'Glacier' toxic?
Toxic if ingested.
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