Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering in winter, allowing the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings.
Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Also known as Irish Ivy
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Atlantic Ivy (Hedera hibernica) is a vigorous evergreen climber, forming dense mats of dark green, lobed leaves. It's highly adaptable and excellent for groundcover or co
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light, but tolerates shade well.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist; allow top layer to dry between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-24°C; can tolerate cooler conditions.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed monthly during growing season with diluted balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 2/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Contains saponins which can cause gastrointestinal upset if ingested. Skin contact may cause irritation.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering in winter, allowing the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings.
Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Prune Atlantic Ivy to maintain its shape and size, and to encourage bushier growth. Trim back leggy stems regularly, ideally in spring before new growth begins. This also helps prevent it from becoming too invasive.
Propagate Hedera hibernica easily from stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm cuttings in late spring or summer, remove lower leaves, and insert the ends into moist potting mix or water. Roots typically form within a few weeks.
Repot Atlantic Ivy every two to three years, or when it becomes root-bound. Choose a pot one size larger than the current one.
Use well-draining potting soil, and repot in spring before the active growing season commences.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Araliaceae |
| Genus | Hedera |
| Species | Hedera hibernica |
Similar in genus Hedera
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