Hedera hibernica 'Digitata' — Climbing

Overview

Hedera hibernica 'Digitata' is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Hedera, part of the Araliaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Hedera hibernica 'Digitata' grows best in full sun, partial shade and full 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, wildlife gardens, low maintenance, banks and slopes, ground cover and wall side borders.

About

Hedera hibernica 'Digitata' is an evergreen climbing shrub belonging to the genus Hedera, known for its aerial roots that help it attach to surfaces. This cultivar thrives in a variety of light conditions, from full sun to full shade, and adapts well to different soil types and pH levels, provided the soil is well-drained. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is suitable for use in city gardens, wildlife areas, and as ground cover or on walls. 'Digitata' is valued for its winter interest and ease of cultivation in both exposed and sheltered locations.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Hedera

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade, Full shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Aspect: North-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Hedera hibernica 'Digitata' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Climber Wall Shrub
Habit: Climbing
Foliage: Evergreen
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Low Maintenance, Banks and slopes, Ground cover, Wall side borders

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hedera hibernica 'Digitata'

Propagation: Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe or hardwood cuttings, Layering, Grafting
Pest resistance: Glasshouse red spider mite, Scale insects, Vine weevil, Aphids
Disease resistance: Honey fungus, Leaf spot

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Hedera hibernica 'Digitata'?

Hedera hibernica 'Digitata' prefers full sun, partial shade and full shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Hedera hibernica 'Digitata' need?

Hedera hibernica 'Digitata' 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 'Digitata' hardy in the UK?

Hedera hibernica 'Digitata' 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 'Digitata'?

Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe or hardwood cuttings, Layering, Grafting.

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