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Hedera helix 'Goldchild'
Also Known As
- Hedera helix 'Gold Child'
- Hedera helix 'Golden Child'
- Gold Child English Ivy
- Golden Child English Ivy
Plant type
perennial, groundcover, vine
size
- H: 8"
- W: 24"
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Hedera helix 'Goldchild' plant details
Hedera helix 'Goldchild' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover vine with chartreuse, green and variegated foliage. In winter chartreuse and cream flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and regular - low water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Hedera helix 'Goldchild'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover vine
- Plant family: araliaceae
- Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, green and variegated
- Mature size: 24 IN wide, 8 IN tall
- Flowers: chartreuse and cream blooms in winter
- Uses: container plant, showy, year-round-interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hedera helix 'Goldchild'
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery
Garden photo gallery of Hedera helix 'Goldchild'
By: Friends School Plant Sale by Pat T
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How to Grow Hedera helix 'Goldchild'
Sun Exposure
- sun - shade
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
Water Needs
- regular - low
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- chartreuse
- green
Fruit
- black
Flower Season
- winter
Flower Color
- cream
- chartreuse
Wildlife
- bees
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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