


Hedera algeriensis ‘Gloire de Marengo’ — Decorative & evergreen variegated ivy
The Hedera algeriensis ‘Gloire de Marengo’, also called variegated Algerian ivy, is an elegant and bright variety with dark green leaves edged with cream and silver. Climbing or trailing depending on its support, it adapts perfectly to walls, pergolas, balconies, and urban hanging baskets.
Its dense and evergreen foliage brings freshness and light all year round, even in winter. Hardy, fast-growing, and undemanding, it is perfect for easily greening your indoor or outdoor spaces.
Exposure & placement
This variegated ivy adapts to a wide range of exposures and urban settings. It can climb along a wall or gracefully hang from a pot or a hanging basket.
- Exposure: gentle sun, partial shade, or bright shade.
- Outdoors: perfect for walls, pergolas, terraces, and balconies.
- Indoors: bright location, without direct sunlight.
- Hardiness: excellent, withstands winter cold.
Verdeia tip: place it in a large hanging pot or at the base of a wall to let its long stems naturally trail or climb.
Watering & maintenance
- Watering: moderate; allow the substrate to dry slightly between waterings.
- Resistance: tolerates drought well once established.
- Maintenance: very easy, ideal for beginners.
- Pruning: light if necessary to control growth.
- Fertilizer: little needed, a light application in spring is enough.
Avoid overwatering: too wet soil can cause variegated leaves to yellow.
Decorative interest & benefits
The Hedera ‘Gloire de Marengo’ brightens walls and balconies with its contrasting green, cream, and silver foliage. Its flexible habit and rapid growth quickly create an elegant and persistent green screen.
- Foliage: variegated dark green, cream, and silver.
- Evergreen: keeps its decorative leaves all year round.
- Growth: fast, ideal for covering walls and trellises.
- Versatility: climbing or trailing depending on the support.
- Resistance: sturdy, tolerates urban conditions well.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
Versatile and graphic, the ivy ‘Gloire de Marengo’ pairs wonderfully with solid foliage or colorful blooms. It fits perfectly into an urban green composition or as a contrast on a light facade.
- To pair with: ferns, hydrangeas, star jasmines, or heucheras.
- Ideal ambiance: shaded terrace, light facade, hanging balcony.
- Recommended pot: terracotta, beige or stone gray to highlight its cream tones.
Pair it with a macramé hanging pot or a wall trellis for an instant urban jungle effect.
Verdeia Tips
- Avoid direct full sun to preserve the shine of the variegated foliage.
- Lightly prune the stems to encourage branching.
- In a hanging pot, let the stems fall freely for a cascading effect.
- Perfect for shaded areas where few plants thrive.
The Hedera ‘Gloire de Marengo’ is a reliable choice for a chic and bright urban jungle, with no demanding maintenance.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Hedera algeriensis ‘Gloire de Marengo’
- Common name: Variegated Algerian Ivy
- Type: Climbing or trailing plant, evergreen
- Pot size: Ø15 cm
- Approximate height: 65 cm
- Maximum adult size: 5 to 8 m
- Foliage: variegated dark green, cream and silver
- Exposure: mild sun, partial shade or bright shade
- Watering: moderate, let dry between waterings
- Hardiness: very good, withstands winter cold
- Care: easy, light pruning if needed
- Use: walls, pergolas, hanging baskets, decorative pots
- Feature: decorative & evergreen variegated foliage
- Toxicity: slightly toxic if ingested
- Decorative style: Elegant / Natural / Bright urban jungle
Each plant is unique: the distribution of variegated shades varies according to the light and the season.
Our Verdeia commitments
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Camille, Toulouse“I am amazed by the quality of the plant received! Careful packaging, impeccable foliage, and fast delivery. Thank you Verdeia”
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are carefully selected from our European partner producers.
Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected by breathable and secure packaging.
Each package is designed to ensure that your plant arrives in perfect health and without stress related to transport.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos shown are true to the variety and the announced size (pot diameter and approximate height).
Each plant being unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or shade may exist — that is what makes them so charming!
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery throughout Europe.
Plants are shipped from Monday to Wednesday to prevent them from being stuck over the weekend.
You receive a tracking link as soon as the package is dispatched.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package upon receipt, carefully remove the plant from its packaging and let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering it.
If it has slightly suffered from transport, it will quickly regain its shape after one or two days in the light.
Can I put this plant outside?
It depends on the species. Most indoor plants prefer a bright place without direct sunlight, while outdoor plants like more direct light.
Refer to the exposure advice in the product description to know if it is suitable for a balcony, a terrace, or indoors.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
If your plant appears to have suffered during transport, contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the problem.
Our team will take the time to assess the situation and find the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Your satisfaction and the health of your plant remain our priority 🌿.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, we do not accept standard returns.
However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge.
For any other case (order error, cache-pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.

