Hedera Colchica 'Sulphur Heart' (Persian Ivy) - Hedera Colchica Sulphur Heart

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Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: humus-rich, preferably alkaline, moist, well-drained soil (or John Innes No3 potting compost for container-grown plants) Rate of growth: fast-growing Flowering period: October and November Hardiness: fully hardy This vigorous, self-clinging, variegated Persian ivy has heart-shaped, mid-green leaves splashed with yellow. As it matures, the variegation of the foliage becomes more pronounced. It is a handsome, self-clinging, evergreen cl imber suitable for brightening or covering a shady wall or as fast-growing groun dcover. Mature plants bear large, spherical green flowers in autumn. It is par ticularly suited for planting in areas recently cleared of builder's rubble sinc e it prefers alkaline soil. It works best in fertile, moist but well-drained, a lkaline soil. Garden care: Water specimens grown as houseplants regularly during the growing season, providing a balanced liquid fertiliser each month. Keep moist during the winter months.

Plants may be pruned at any time of the year to keep within bounds.

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