Hedera nepalensis 'Marbled Dragon' — Climbing, Trailing

Overview

Hedera nepalensis 'Marbled Dragon' is a climbing, trailing climber wall shrub in the genus Hedera, part of the Araliaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Hedera nepalensis 'Marbled Dragon' 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 nepalensis 'Marbled Dragon' is a cultivar of evergreen climbing shrubs in the Hedera genus, known for attaching themselves using aerial roots. This cultivar thrives in a variety of light conditions, from full sun to full shade, and prefers fertile, well-drained soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand with a range of pH levels. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is suitable for sheltered locations. 'Marbled Dragon' is ideal for city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, as well as patio containers and houseplants, offering interest in spring and summer with its climbing or trailing habit.

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 nepalensis 'Marbled Dragon' 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 nepalensis 'Marbled Dragon'

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 nepalensis 'Marbled Dragon'?

Hedera nepalensis 'Marbled Dragon' prefers full shade, full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Hedera nepalensis 'Marbled Dragon' need?

Hedera nepalensis 'Marbled Dragon' 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 nepalensis 'Marbled Dragon' hardy in the UK?

Hedera nepalensis 'Marbled Dragon' 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 nepalensis 'Marbled Dragon'?

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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