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Hazel Lucas

theconstantgardenerinwalestheconstantgardenerinwales Posts: 71
in Plants
Hello,
Can anyone suggest an evergreen Ivy that would quickly cover a 6 foot trellis please? To grow behind a new white bed next year. 
Many thanks. H.

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  • ObelixxObelixx Posts: 30,090
    edited November 2018
    Ivy is evergreen.  Many are plain green but there are also beautiful variegated ones ranging from pale sage green and white to rich dark greens with yellow splodges which will help add light to a shady corner.  Leaf sizes vary too.

    The next thing to consider is your soil type as some prefer acid soil and some prefer akaline soil.   Have a look a this info from the RHS - https://www.rhs.org.uk/advice/profile?PID=1032

    I don't know of any ivy that grows rapidly - slow and steady is more like it - but careful attention to soil preparation and aftercare will make a difference as will choosing the right variety for your situation.
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  • theconstantgardenerinwalestheconstantgardenerinwales Posts: 71
    Thanks for the wise advice, my soil is Alkaline so I will check out the site you suggested.
  • josusa47josusa47 Posts: 3,530
    I can heartily recommend a nursery called Fibrex, they specialise in ivies, and IME, they are excellent for quality, value for money and customer service.
  • theconstantgardenerinwalestheconstantgardenerinwales Posts: 71
    Good Morning,
    Thank you so much for this advice, I have just located the site and it IS indeed a fantastic company. I have ordered some Ivies and still looking at the site for more plants. Excellent ! 
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