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Marie Luise Variegated English Ivy

Hedera Helix 'Marie Luise Variegata'

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Overview

The Hedera helix 'Marie Luise Variegata', commonly known as Variegated English Ivy, is a robust evergreen climber. Its foliage is distinct, with creamy-white edges encircling lush green, heart-shaped leaves. The plant thrives in part to full shade and adapts to various soil types. It reaches up to 6-9 feet tall, with a spread of 3-4 feet. Ideal for ground cover or trellises, it provides year-round visual interest with minimal maintenance.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–9Type Broadleaf Evergreen, Ground cover, Vine
Marie Luise Variegated English Ivy (Hedera Helix 'Marie Luise Variegata') — is a robust evergreen climber
Marie Luise Variegated English Ivy (Hedera Helix 'Marie Luise Variegata') — commonly known as Variegated English Ivy

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Broadleaf Evergreen, Ground cover, Vine
Family
Araliaceae

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Marie Luise Variegated English Ivy (Hedera Helix 'Marie Luise Variegata') — is a robust evergreen climber
Marie Luise Variegated English Ivy (Hedera Helix 'Marie Luise Variegata') — commonly known as Variegated English Ivy

Photograph: Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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