Hedera helix ‘Minty’ - Ornamental ivy
Ivy's subtle gradations of mint green, lime green and cream are an unmistakable attraction. The light green margins are particularly noticeable during the growing season and in sunny locations, where they illuminate the foliage.
Leaves are composed of 3 to 5 more or less pointed lobes. The base is usually cordate.
A good ground cover or climber for both small and large spaces. The carpet is not too thick.
12.90 €
Description
Ornamental ivy - Hedera helix ‘Minty’
In a nutshell
Ornamental ivy, Hedera helix ‘Minty’, Its subtle shades of mint green, lime green and even cream are sure to win you over. The light green margins are most noticeable during the growing season and in sunny positions, where they illuminate the foliage.
The leaves are composed of 3 to 5 more or less pointed lobes. The base is usually cordate.
It is a good ground cover or climber for both small and large spaces. The carpet is not too thick.
History
This cultivar was introduced by Maegaard Nurseries, Ringe, Denmark in 1986. It may be a mutation of ‘Schaefer Three‘
Technical details - Hedera helix 'Minty'
Botanical information
- Family: Araliaceae
- Genre : Hedera
- Species : helix
- Cultivar: ‘Minty’
- Synonym: ‘Mint Kolibri’
- Pierot classification: variegated ivy, type ivy
- Foliage stage: juvenile
- Origin of the species: Europe, from Spain to Norway, but little on the Atlantic coast.
- Origin of cultivar: possibly a sport of ‘Schaefer Three’, introduced by Maegaard Nurseries, Ringe, Denmark in 1986.
Description of Hedera helix ‘Minty’
- Growth habit: stocky, spreading
- Number of lobes: 3 to 5 lobes in general
- Leaf length: 3 to 4 cm
- Leaf width: 2 to 3 cm
- Sheet colour: shades of green with light green margins
- Colour of veins: cream
- Colour of stem and petiole: purplish green
- Stem: well-branched, medium-sized
- Internodes: 1 to 2 cm
- Hairs: stellate, 3 to 5 branches
Planting, cultivation and care instructions for Hedera helix ‘Minty’
- Exposure : sun
- Hardiness: -15°C
- Soil moisture: cool soil
- Soil PH: neutral or chalky
- Soil type: all
- Soil richness: ordinary or humus-bearing
- Use: ground cover, climber, hanging baskets, pots, window boxes
- Development: medium
- Pruning: once a year
- Pests: very rare (spider mites, mealy bugs)
- Diseases: very rare (leaf spots)
Ivy in literature
“Where the ivy clings, the stones seem to breathe and whisper forgotten secrets.”
George Eliot, Middlemarch
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Stock of 1-litre cups and pots | 0 jar |
| Stock 2 or 4 litre containers | 21 to 50 containers |
| Large stock items | 0 big topic |
| General appearance | Ramified, Compact, Staggered, Stocky |
| Type of foliage and colour | Yellow variegation |
| Possible uses | Ground cover, Climber, Pots or planters, Hanging lamp |
| Exhibition | Sun |
| Hardiness | Good hardiness |
| Easy to grow | Average |
| Speed | Average |
| Vigorous development | Medium |
| Classification according to the Pierot system | From 'Pittsburgh', Ivy type, variegated |
| Reward obtained | No known reward |
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