


Hedera helix — Evergreen climbing ivy
The Hedera helix, or common climbing ivy, is a must-have plant for urban greenery lovers. Resistant, evergreen, and versatile, it elegantly dresses walls, pergolas, trellises, and balconies while purifying the air and promoting biodiversity.
Thanks to its clinging roots, it naturally climbs without additional support and offers dense dark green foliage that remains decorative all year. A perfect ally to transform any space into a lush green screen.
Exposure & placement
Ivy adapts to all exposures, from full sun to full shade. It is used both as a climbing plant and as decorative ground cover, on balconies or in gardens.
- Exposure: sun, partial shade or full shade (very tolerant).
- Location: walls, fences, pergolas, facades, containers or planters.
- Cultivation: in pot or in open ground.
- Adult height: 5 to 10 m depending on the support and conditions.
Verdeia tip: on a balcony, install a discreet trellis to create a natural and elegant green screen.
Decorative interest & benefits
The Hedera helix is appreciated for its evergreen foliage and rapid growth. It brings structure, freshness, and a touch of urban nature to any environment.
- Foliage: glossy dark green, evergreen all year round.
- Growth: fast and dense.
- Use: climbing, ground cover, or bright indoor plant.
- Ecological benefit: shelter and food source for birds and insects.
Watering & maintenance
- Watering: moderate, more frequent in pots and during heat waves.
- Soil: ordinary, well-drained, tolerates almost all soil types.
- Hardiness: excellent, down to –20 °C.
- Maintenance: very easy, pruning possible to limit growth.
- Resistance: tolerates pollution and drought once established.
Prune lightly in spring or autumn to maintain the desired shape and stimulate new growth.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
Versatile, climbing ivy fits into all styles: natural, romantic, or modern. It can be combined with flowering plants or contrasting foliage for a jungle effect.
- To pair with: ferns, hydrangeas, jasmines, or clematis.
- Ideal ambiance: green wall, flowering pergola, or lush balcony.
- Ideal pot: large stone, matte ceramic, or natural wood container.
Combine several ivies for a living, dense, and year-round resistant wall.
Verdeia Tips
- Place it where you want a permanent touch of greenery.
- Water moderately: ivy does not like stagnant water.
- Provide it with support if it needs to climb.
- Light pruning as needed to maintain a harmonious shape.
Resistant, evergreen, and decorative, Hedera helix is a must-have of the urban jungle to create a natural and durable green wall.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Hedera helix
- Common name: Common ivy / Climbing ivy
- Type: Evergreen climbing plant
- Pot size: Ø15 cm
- Approximate height: 65 cm
- Maximum adult size: 5 to 10 m
- Foliage: dark green, glossy, evergreen
- Exposure: sun, partial shade or shade
- Watering: moderate, drought-resistant
- Hardiness: down to –20 °C
- Maintenance: easy, regular pruning possible
- Feature: self-adhesive and eco-friendly climbing plant
- Use: walls, fences, pergolas, terraces, and balconies
- Toxicity: slightly toxic if ingested (leaves and berries)
- Decorative style: Natural / Urban jungle / Green wall
Each ivy is unique: the density and color of the foliage can vary depending on the light and season.
Our Verdeia commitments
They embraced nature with Verdeia
Camille, Toulouse“I am amazed by the quality of the plant received! Careful packaging, impeccable foliage, and fast delivery. Thank you Verdeia”
Amandine, Lille“It was my first order and certainly not the last. The selection is varied and the plants radiate health.”
Giulia, Milan“I gave a Verdeia plant to my sister in Milan: perfect packaging and impeccable service. She loved the concept”
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.

