Overview
Hedera helix 'Green Ripple' is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Hedera, part of the Araliaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 8-12 metres tall and 4-8 metres wide, reaching full size in around 5-10 years. Hedera helix 'Green Ripple' grows best in full shade, full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. It is low maintenance.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hedera
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
Plant details
Hedera helix 'Green Ripple' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber Wall Shrub
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 8-12 metres
- Spread
- 4-8 metres
- Time to full height
- 5-10 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hedera helix 'Green Ripple'?
Hedera helix 'Green Ripple' prefers full shade, full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Hedera helix 'Green Ripple' need?
Hedera helix 'Green Ripple' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How big does Hedera helix 'Green Ripple' grow?
Hedera helix 'Green Ripple' reaches a height of 8-12 metres and a spread of 4-8 metres. It takes around 5-10 years to reach full size.
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