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Seed Germination Kit
English Ivy Seed Starter Grow Kit
BOTANICAL NAMEHedera helix
USD 14.99
100 in stock
English ivy is a classic evergreen climber that softens walls outdoors and trails elegantly from pots inside.
GERMINATION14-28 days
SUNLIGHTPartial Shade to Full Shade (2-4 hours daily)
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Light02
Partial Shade to Full Shade (2-4 hours daily)
Temperature03
60-70F
Hardiness04
USDA Zones 4-9 (Outdoor); All Zones (Indoor)
THE PLANT NOTEBOOK
English Ivy care, from seed onward.
- Botanical name
- Hedera helix
- Common names
- Common Ivy
- Family
- Araliaceae
- Genus
- Hedera
- Species
- H. helix
Start growing
Thrives in shade. Extremely vigorous. Usually grown as a houseplant to prevent invasiveness.
Growing with your kit
The Seeds In A Cup® kit presents Ivy as a 'Topiary Starter' for indoor use only.
Propagation
By cuttings or seed.
Seasonal growth & harvest
Flowers in late autumn (vital for late bees); black berries ripen in winter.
Growing conditions
Woodlands, walls, and waste ground.
Weather & tolerances
Deep shade tolerant; drought and pollution tolerant.
Pests & plant health
Spider mites (indoors).
Plant safety
Toxic to humans and pets if ingested; sap can cause skin irritation.
Botanical features
A woody evergreen climber attaching via aerial rootlets. Leaves vary in shape (heterophylly).
Varieties
‘Glacier’, ‘Goldchild’.
Garden & everyday uses
Groundcover, wall covering (insulation), houseplant
Native range & distribution
Native to Europe and Western Asia.
Conservation
Secure; invasive in many US states.
Name origins
Latin ‘haerere’ (to cling).
History
Sacred to Bacchus (god of wine); believed to prevent intoxication.
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Do English Ivy seeds need any special prep?
Yes — English Ivy seeds have a hard coat. Nick or sand each seed and soak overnight in warm water before sowing to help them sprout.
How long do English Ivy seeds take to germinate?
English Ivy seeds typically sprout in 14-28 days at 60-70F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions.
Growing details are supplied in the Seeds In A Cup® product catalog. Follow the instructions included with your specific kit.
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