Hedera hibernica 'Cuspidata Major' — Climbing, Trailing

Overview

Hedera hibernica 'Cuspidata Major' is a climbing, trailing climber wall shrub in the genus Hedera, part of the Araliaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Hedera hibernica 'Cuspidata Major' grows best in full shade, full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, houseplants and patio and container plants.

About

Hedera hibernica 'Cuspidata Major' is a cultivar of Hedera, a genus of evergreen climbing shrubs in the Araliaceae family. This climber attaches itself using aerial roots and thrives in a range of light conditions from full sun to full shade, favouring well-drained soils including chalk, clay, loam, and sand. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is suitable for sheltered aspects facing any direction. The plant is evergreen and can be used in various garden settings such as city gardens, courtyards, and patios. It can be propagated by softwood, semi-ripe, or hardwood cuttings, layering, or grafting.

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: East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Hedera hibernica 'Cuspidata Major' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Climber Wall Shrub
Habit: Climbing, Trailing
Foliage: Evergreen
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Houseplants, Patio and container plants

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hedera hibernica 'Cuspidata Major'

Propagation: Propagate by softwood cuttings at any time, semi-ripe or hardwood cuttings from late summer to late winter, layering or grafting at any time
Pest resistance: May be susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite, scale insects, vine weevil and aphids
Disease resistance: May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely) and a leaf spot

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Hedera hibernica 'Cuspidata Major'?

Hedera hibernica 'Cuspidata Major' prefers full shade, full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Hedera hibernica 'Cuspidata Major' need?

Hedera hibernica 'Cuspidata Major' 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.

Is Hedera hibernica 'Cuspidata Major' hardy in the UK?

Hedera hibernica 'Cuspidata Major' 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 hibernica 'Cuspidata Major'?

Propagate by softwood cuttings at any time, semi-ripe or hardwood cuttings from late summer to late winter, layering or grafting at any time.

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