Hedera pastuchovii 'Ann Ala' - Iran Ivy

Hedera pastuchovii 'Ann Ala
Hedera pastuchovii 'Ann Ala

Hedera pastuchovii 'Ann Ala' - Iran Ivy

Slightly branched climber.
Glossy, gray-green, veined foliage takes on beautiful crimson hues in winter.
Dry tolerant. Prefers shady areas for good growth.

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Description

Iran Ivy - Hedera pastuchovii 'Ann Ala

In a nutshell

Iran ivy, Hedera pastuchovii 'Ann Ala', is a low-branching, sparsely branched climber.
The characteristic foliage is veined, grey-green and shiny, turning a lovely crimson in winter.
The leaf with its oversized central lobe measures 9 cm x 4 cm when fully grown.
Dry tolerant, this species prefers shady areas to grow well.
Native to northern Iran in a forest near Chalus.

This variety of ivy was awarded the Garden Merit Award by the Royal Horticultural Society in 2012.

Technical details - Iran Ivy 'Ann Ala

Botanical information

  • Family: Araliaceae
  • Genre : Hedera
  • Species: pastuchovii
  • Cultivar: 'Ann Ala
  • Pierot classification: bird's-foot ivy, heart-shaped leaves
  • Foliage stage: juvenile
  • Species origin: Caucasus, Western Asia
  • Cultivar origin: found by Roy Lancaster in the 1970s in a forest near Chalus, Iran. Named after a friend of his who died, Ann Ala.

 

Description of Hedera pastuchovii 'Ann Ala

  • Growth habit: spreading
  • Number of lobes: 0 to 3 lobes in general
  • Leaf length: 6.5 cm
  • Sheet width: 4 cm
  • Leaf color: grey-green, glossy
  • Color of veins: yellow-green
  • Stem and petiole color: reddish green
  • Hairs: scaly, with 8 to 12 branches

 

Advice on planting, cultivation and care of Hedera pastuchovii 'Ann Ala'.

  • Exposure: shade, part shade
  • Hardiness: -15°C
  • Soil moisture: cool soil
  • Soil PH: all
  • Soil type: all
  • Soil richness: ordinary or humus-bearing
  • Use: climber, hanging, pot, jardiniere, houseplant
  • Development: rapid
  • Pruning: once a year
  • Pests: very rare (red spider mites, scale insects)
  • Diseases: very rare (leaf spots)

All your questions about ivy

What substrate for ivy?

First of all, rest assured: ivy is a plant that adapts to a wide variety of substrates. 

If you want to create the ideal growing conditions, here are the substrate characteristics to choose for ivy:

  • a draining substrate: Ivy prefers well-drained soil. Heavy, clayey soils that retain too much water can cause problems with root rot. We therefore recommend adding sand or gravel to improve drainage if the soil is too compact.
  • A rich substrate: Soil rich in organic matter is beneficial for ivy. Adding compost or potting soil can improve soil fertility, providing the nutrients needed for healthy growth.
  • A fresh substrate: Ivy likes slightly moist but not soggy soil. It's important to keep the soil moist, especially during the active growth period, but it's also essential to avoid excess water.

For pot cultivation, a good-quality potting soil with added perlite or sand for drainage and compost for fertility will be perfect.

Further information

Weight ND
Usage

Climber, Houseplant, Pots or planters, Hanging plants
Foliage

Atypical, Red in winter, Green
Exhibition

Semi-shade, Shade
Classification

Cordiform, Bird's-foot
Port

Spread out
Culture

Easy
Growth

Fast
Reward

AGM

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