Hedera helix 'Needlepoint' - Needlepoint Ivy
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Hedera helix 'Needlepoint'

Ivy, Needlepoint

Needlepoint has small pointed leaves and grows similar to english ivy, but branches better for increased thickness. May be used as a ground cover or climber. In cold regions, the foliage develops a bronze tone during the winter. It looks great in containers and hanging baskets, or can be sheared and trained as topiary.

Ivy, Needlepoint Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Vigorous and easy to grow, Needlepoint Ivy can tolerate full sun to shade, though partial shade is recommended in hot climates, and prefers fertile soil with good drainage.

Height:

6-12 Inches

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Spread:

24-60 Inches

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Hardiness Zone:

3 - 10

Characteristics & Attributes for Hedera helix 'Needlepoint'

Exposure
Shade
Partial Shade
Soil Moisture Preference
Dry
Average
Moist
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Growth Habit
Spreading
Height
8-12 Inches
Attributes
Ground Cover
Climbing
Great Foliage
Container
Mass Planting
Edging
Naturalizing
Evergreen
Rock Garden
Border or Bed
Foliage Color
Green
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False Spirea False Spirea (Astilbe x arendsii 'Fanal')
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Plantain Lily Plantain Lily (Hosta 'Sum and Substance')
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