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Hedera helix 'Mint Kolibri'

Common Name: English Ivy

Hedera helix ‘Mint Kolibri’ is a compact, evergreen ivy valued for its small, delicate leaves and soft mint-green and creamy-white variegation. The foliage emerges fresh and bright, maintaining its attractive coloring year-round, while flowers are inconspicuous and rarely seen in landscape use. Its trailing to climbing habit makes it useful as a groundcover, container plant, or for training on walls and structures.

Type: Evergreen vine / groundcover

Mature Size:
Width: 3–6 ft (spreading or climbing)
Height: 6–10 ft+ (with support)
(10-year size: spreads readily with time)

USDA Zones: 5a–9b
Form: Trailing, spreading, or climbing
Light: Full sun to full shade (best color in partial shade)
Soil: Average, well-drained soils; highly adaptable
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Provides cover for birds; may attract insects

Features & Landscape Uses

Small, variegated leaves for fine texture

Evergreen foliage for year-round interest

Versatile as groundcover, climber, or container plant

Useful for shade areas

Care
Very low-maintenance but vigorous. Can be pruned at any time to control size and shape. Tolerates a wide range of conditions, including shade and urban environments. Avoid overly wet soils. Note: can be aggressive in some areas—manage spread as needed.

Plant Type:	Vine
Width:	3-6'
Height:	6-10'
Fragrant:	Not verified
Fruit:	Yes
Zone:	5–8
Deer Resistant:	Yes
Salt Tolerant:	Not verified
Drought Tolerant:	No
Exposure:	Full Sun, Partial Shade, Full Shade
Bloom Time:	Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall
Bark Type:	Smooth
Landscape/Use:	Container, Groundcover
Shape:	Climbing
Soil Type	Well Drained, Highly Adaptable, Average
Flower Color:	Yellow
Leaf Color:	Asparagus, Beige