Gertrude Strauss Ivy
Hedera helix 'Gertrude Strauss'
SKU
32289
Showy foliage and a vigorous habit make this the perfect choice for shady areas. Ideal for slope coverage and to fill in expansive areas. Cascades beautifully out of containers or as a groundcover. Evergreen.
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Partial sun
Water regularly- weekly, or more often in extreme heat, until established.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | HED-er-uh HE-licks |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | As trained |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; Prized for Foliage |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Color | Green |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Garden Style | Contemporary, Cottage, Mediterranean, Rustic |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Firescaping/Fire Wise, Green Wall, Mass Planting, Woodland Garden, Coastal Exposure, Urban Garden, Ground Cover |
| Light Needs | Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | All-Purpose Plant Food |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Gift Plant, Waterwise, Year-round Interest, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly- weekly, or more often in extreme heat, until established. |
Grows well in average, well-draining soil. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Low water needs once established. As a groundcover, space plants 5 ft. apart, (closer for faster coverage). Control weeds with mulch until the plants cover the area.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 5 - 11
Your climate may be too cold for this plant