Hedera helix 'Needlepoint'
Needlepoint English Ivy
Description
This groundcover will grow about 6"-12" high and makes a great alternative for lawns. It has bright green leaves and is deer resistant.
Plant Type
Broadleaf Evergreen, Ground cover, Vine
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
Poisonous
Design Styles
English Cottage, Japanese, Mediterranean, Spanish
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Entry, Indoor, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting, Small Spaces, Hanging Baskets
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.
One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.