Product Description
Hedera helix 'Teardrop'
Zones 3 to 8; Part shade to shade.
Mature size can reach 6 to 12 inches height.
2002 Ivy of the Year
Hedera helix 'Teardrop' is a charming variety of English ivy known for its distinctive leaf shape. Here's a closer look at what makes it a popular choice:
Appearance:
- Foliage: The most notable feature of 'Teardrop' ivy is its unique leaves. They are small, glossy, and shaped like teardrops, hence the name. The leaves are a deep green color, adding a touch of elegance to any setting.
Growing Conditions:
- Light: Thrives in partial shade to full shade. It can tolerate some sun, but it's best to avoid direct afternoon sun, especially in hot climates, as this can scorch the leaves.
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, humus-rich soil. It can tolerate a range of soil types, including clay, loam, and sand, as long as the soil is not waterlogged.
- Hardiness Zones: Generally hardy in USDA zones 5-11, making it suitable for a wide range of climates.
Uses:
- Ground Cover: 'Teardrop' ivy makes an excellent ground cover, quickly spreading to form a dense carpet of foliage. It's particularly useful for covering slopes or areas where grass is difficult to grow.
- Climbing Vine: It can also be trained to climb walls, fences, or trellises, adding vertical interest to the garden.
- Container Plant: 'Teardrop' ivy can be grown in containers, where its cascading foliage can be displayed beautifully.
Additional Benefits:
- Evergreen: It retains its foliage throughout the year, providing continuous color and interest to the garden.
- Low Maintenance: Once established, it's relatively low maintenance, requiring minimal care.
- Air Purifier: Like other ivies, it can help to purify the air by removing toxins.
Things to Consider:
- Invasive Potential: Like other ivies, 'Teardrop' ivy can be invasive in some areas. It's important to monitor its growth and prune it regularly to prevent it from spreading uncontrollably.
- Toxicity: The leaves and berries of ivy plants are toxic if ingested, so it's important to keep them away from children and pets.
Overall, Hedera helix 'Teardrop' is a beautiful and versatile plant that can add a touch of elegance to any garden. Its striking foliage, combined with its ease of care, makes it a popular choice for gardeners of all levels.
Ten (10) plants in 4.5-inch containers per flat (or tray).
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
