Description
Irish ivy - Hedera hibernica ‘Glengariff’
In a nutshell
Irish ivy, Hedera hibernica ‘Glengariff’, It is distinguished by its very pronounced, raised, light green veins on the surface of its shiny green leaves.
These are composed of 5 lobes, the central lobe being longer than the lateral ones.
It is a good climber.
History
This cultivar was discovered in 1975 by Alison Rutherford and Allan McGregor Stirling in the small village of Glengariff, west of County Cork, Ireland.
Technical details - Hedera hibernica 'Glengariff'
Botanical information
- Family: Araliaceae
- Genre : Hedera
- Species : hibernica
- Cultivar: ‘Glengariff’
- Pierot classification: ivy type
- Foliage stage: juvenile
- Origin of the species: Europe, Atlantic coast, from Portugal to Scotland
- Origin of cultivar: discovered by Alison Rutherford and Allan McGregor Stirling in the small village of Glengariff, west of County Cork, Ireland, in 1975.
Description of Hedera hibernica ‘Glengariff’
- Growth habit: spreading
- Number of lobes: usually 5 lobes
- Leaf length: 8 cm
- Sheet width: 6 cm
- Colour of leaf: medium green
- Colour of veins: light yellow
- Colour of stem and petiole: purple green
- Hair: stellate, small
Advice on planting, cultivation and care of Hedera hibernica ‘Glengariff’
- Exposure: shade, part shade
- Hardiness: -15°C
- Soil moisture: cool soil
- Soil PH: neutral, calcareous or acidic
- Soil type: all
- Soil richness: ordinary or humus-bearing
- Use: ground cover, climber
- Development: vigorous
- Pruning: once a year
- Pests: very rare (spider mites, mealy bugs)
- Diseases: very rare (leaf spots)
A new look at ivy ...
Does ivy purify the air?
Confirmed!
With its permanent foliage, ivy is reputed to eliminate formaldehyde and benzene, as well as trichloroethylene and carbon monoxide, all chemicals that can be found in our homes or offices, some of which are carcinogenic.
Choose broad-leaved varieties to maximise its effect and let it grow in cascades or by climbing on a suitable support.
So not only will you be decorating your home, you'll also be keeping it healthy all year round.
Ivy in literature
“The ivy on the walls seemed to vibrate to the rhythm of the wind, a living breath.”






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