Hedera - Ivy
Climbing, trailing or weeping plant, evergreen with adventitious roots which are used to cling to the ground or to any type of support. Once the plant reaches the top of the support it continues to grow but changes appearance and habit, becoming an aerial bush with leaves which are no longer lobate but entire, usually ovate and in autumn they begin to “flower” producing large globular inflorescences of yellow flowers followed by black fruits attracting birds. Ivy also grows in poor soils, in every position and it tolerates competition from roots of trees or bushes which grow above them. However, the best results are obtained in deep substrates, calcareous or slightly acid. The rule for all these plants is that if they are planted in the full-sun the roots must be in deep, cool soil. If grown in pots, no variety tolerates a very sunny position; they all require excellent drainage, moderate watering in winter, and a light and airy position; they do not like to be kept in heated places. When the plant gets too big it can be pruned at any time of year.