Hedera colchica

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Persian ivyClimber, EvergreenFamily: Araliaceae

Flower colour:

White

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full shade, full sun, partial shade

Aspect:

East facing, north facing, south facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Back

Soil

Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Persian ivy, Hedera colchica, is a vigorous, self-clinging evergreen climber bearing dark, leathery green leaves. Mature plants bear spherical flowers in autumn, which are extremely attractive to insects.

Hedera colchica can either be used to cover walls and fences or as ground cover. Like all ivies it can tolerate a wide range of conditions and can be trimmed back at any time to keep its size under control.

Grow in moist but well-drained soil in sun or shade. Those with sensitive skin should wear gloves when handling ivy as its sap can be an irritant.

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Hedera ‘Colchica’ and wildlife

Hedera ‘Colchica’ is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects, birds, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It is a caterpillar food plant, has nectar/pollen rich flowers, provides shelter and habitat and has seeds for birds.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is known to attract Birds

Birds

Is known to attract Butterflies/​Moths

Butterflies/​Moths

Is known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Hedera ‘Colchica’ poisonous?

Hedera ‘Colchica’ can be toxic.

Toxic to:

Is known to attract Cats

Cats

Is known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is known to attract Horses

Horses

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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