In frigid winters, this cultivar benefits from some shelter from wind and sun thanks to its elegant, dark green foliage with 3 to 5 sharply pointed lobes; it is ideal for containers, hanging baskets, and stone walls.
Elements
On a shrub with a spreading tendency of development, needlepoint English ivy has attractive dark green foliage with light green veins that appears chartreuse in spring. The tiny, extremely decorative, glossy, lobed leaves are dark green all winter long.
Landscape characteristics
An perennial woody plant with multiple stems and a twining and trailing growing pattern is called needlepoint English ivy. It differs from other field plants with less refined leaves due to its comparatively fine texture.
This is a woody plant with a high maintenance requirement that can be trimmed whenever needed. The following characteristic(s) that may require extra attention should be known by gardeners;
Invasive
The following outdoor projects call for needlepoint English ivy:
Hedges/Screening
Common Garden Use
Groundcover
Planting in containers
Growing & Planting
When fully grown, Needlepoint English Ivy will have a spread of 3 feet and a height of about 12 inches. It should be underplanted with low-growing facer plants because it is an ascending creeper that tends to be leggy near the root. Also It should be placed close to a fence, trellis, or other landscape feature so that it can either trail off a wall or slope or be taught to grow upwards on it. It has quick growth potential and a maximum lifespan of 30 years under optimal circumstances.
This woody plant thrives in both direct sunlight and total darkness. It shouldn’t be permitted to dry out because it likes to develop in conditions that are generally moist to wet. Although it is not pH-sensitive, rich grounds are ideal for growth, and it can withstand salt from the atmosphere. It will profit from being planted in a reasonably sheltered position and is extremely tolerant of urban pollution, even flourishing in central city settings. To safeguard it in open areas or colder microclimates in the winter, think about spreading a dense layer of mulch all around the root zone. It is important to take precautions when planting this particular variation of a species that is not native to North America because some of its components are toxic to both people and animals.
Conclusion
Although it works well in outdoor planters and receptacles, Needlepoint English Ivy is also a fine option for the landscape. It is perfect for use as a “spiller” in the “spiller-thriller-filler” container combo due to its spreading behaviour of growth; place it close to the borders where it can spill elegantly over the pot. It should be noted that when cultivated in a container, it might not function precisely as stated on the tag. Also keep in mind that plants may need more frequent waterings in exterior pots and baskets than they would in the yard or garden. You should be conscious that most plants in our environment cannot be relied upon to endure the winter if left in outdoor containers, and this plant is no exception. For more information on how to safeguard it throughout the season, get in touch with our specialists.