Hedera Helix Gold Child (Variegated ivy) - Stems H60 cm | Pot Ø24 cm
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Frequently asked questions
How do I care for a large hanging ivy? Regularly trim the tips of the stems to encourage branching and keep a dense shape. Water once a week, keeping the soil slightly moist. Mist occasionally to prevent spider mites, especially in dry conditions.
Is ivy toxic to cats and dogs? Yes, ivy contains irritating saponins and is toxic if ingested by cats and dogs. Its hanging, elevated form naturally makes it less accessible — a practical advantage for homes with pets.
Shipping & packaging
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- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
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- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
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CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
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🌿 Green and golden cream variegated foliage • 🎋 Long XXL trailing stems • ☀️ Partial shade to indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 📏 H60 cm stems | Pot Ø24 cm • ⚠️ Toxic to animals
The Hedera Helix 'Gold Child' is a variegated ivy with blue-green foliage edged in golden cream — brighter and more decorative than classic green ivy. This XXL size with a 24 cm diameter pot develops generous, long trailing stems that create a spectacular cascading effect. Delivered in its hanging pot, ready to hang.
Tolerant of low light, air-purifying, vigorous growth. Please note: toxic to animals. A reliable choice among hanging and trailing plants.
Which ivy variety should you choose?
Each Hedera has a distinct profile — solid or variegated foliage, compact or XXL size:
- Hedera Helix 'Gold Child' XXL (this plant) — green and golden cream variegated foliage, pot Ø24 cm, long trailing stems. The brightest and most generous.
- Hedera Helix 'Groen' with white hanging pot — classic dark green foliage, compact D17 cm size. The most understated.
- Hedera Helix 'Goldheart' — green variegated leaves with a golden yellow center, D15 x H65 cm. The most contrasting.
- Hedera algeriensis 'Gloire de Marengo' — large green, gray and cream tricolor leaves. The most sophisticated.
- Hedera colchica 'Dentata Variegata' — very large green and cream variegated leaves. The most imposing.
The Gold Child XXL is the ideal choice for a large space to dress vertically — its generous, long trailing stems create an immediate cascading effect that compact sizes cannot reproduce.
Exposure & placement
- Ideal exposure: partial shade to indirect light — north- or east-facing window.
- Variegation: the brighter the light (without direct sun), the more pronounced the golden cream edge. In overly strong shade, the foliage tends to turn green again.
- Temperature: 10–21 °C — it prefers cool rooms.
- Space: its 24 cm pot and long stems require space beneath the hanging point — allow at least 80 cm of clearance.
The Gold Child's golden-cream variegation is more visible in a well-lit location — unlike green ivy, which tolerates complete shade, Gold Child needs a minimum amount of light to retain its golden hues. Choose the right format from hanging plants and XXL plants.
Watering & care
- Watering: moderate — keep the substrate slightly moist without ever waterlogging it.
- Frequency: once a week in spring and summer, reduced in winter.
- Drainage: empty the saucer after watering.
- Humidity: mist occasionally, especially in dry conditions — this helps prevent spider mites.
- Fertilizer: diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants, once a month in spring and summer.
- Pruning: regularly prune overly long stems to maintain a dense shape and encourage branching.
The large-format ivy is susceptible to spider mites in warm, dry conditions — a cool location and regular misting are the best preventive measures. A proper diagnosis of plant problems helps identify and treat them quickly.
Decorating ideas
The XXL format of Hedera 'Gold Child' creates a strong plant presence — its trailing stems generously dress vertical spaces.
- In a large room: suspended near a window, its long stems trail down up to 60 cm and create a highly decorative curtain of variegated foliage.
- In a composition with other hanging plants: pair it with plants with more understated foliage — green Pothos, Scindapsus — to highlight its golden variegation by contrast.
- In an entryway or hallway: suspended high up, it livens up often-neglected passageways without taking up floor space.
Its golden-cream highlights catch the light and brighten partial-shade spaces — one of the few variegated foliages that becomes more striking even without direct light.
Verdeia tips
- Prune to encourage fuller growth — without pruning, XXL ivy produces very long, sparse stems. Regularly pruning the tips stimulates branching and maintains the dense, generous growth habit characteristic of the XXL size.
- Watch for spider mites — they appear under the leaves in warm, dry conditions. Mist regularly and place the plant somewhere cool to prevent them. A few common mistakes are easy to avoid, starting with overwatering.
- Variegation fades without light — if new leaves emerge completely green, move the plant closer to a light source. The golden edge will naturally return with more light.
- ⚠️ Toxic to animals and humans — ivy contains irritating saponins. Keep it out of reach of cats, dogs, and young children. In a household with pets, it is better to choose from among the pet-friendly plants.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Hedera helix 'Gold Child'
- Common names: Variegated ivy, Gold Child ivy
- Family: Araliaceae
- Origin: Europe, North Africa, Western Asia
- Pot diameter: 24 cm
- Stem length: up to 60 cm
- Light exposure: partial shade to indirect light
- Watering: moderate — soil slightly moist
- Temperature: 10–21 °C
- Care: easy (regular pruning recommended)
- Toxicity to animals: toxic (saponins)
- Decorative style: Cascade / Variegated / Urban jungle
- Special feature: generous XXL size, variegated green and golden-cream foliage, air-purifying, variegation fades without sufficient light
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. Foliage density and stem length naturally vary depending on growing conditions.
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Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Orders ship within 48 working hours, with tracked delivery in 2 to 5 working days via DPD. Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page. You receive a tracking link as soon as your parcel leaves.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.