{"product_id":"hedera-helix-variegated","title":"Hedera Helix Variegated | English Ivy","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eVariegated English Ivy is a lovely evergreen climber and trailer, with lobed leaves decorated in contrasting shades of green and cream. Hedera helix is native to Europe and parts of western Asia, where it grows across woodland floors and climbs trees, walls and other supports. Indoors, she makes a beautiful cascading plant or can be trained to grow upwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e☀️ \u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBright, indirect light is best to help maintain her variegation. She'll tolerate partial shade, but too little light can cause new leaves to become greener. Avoid strong direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater when the top couple of centimetres of compost feel dry. Water thoroughly and allow excess water to drain away. Avoid keeping the compost constantly wet, and reduce watering during autumn and winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrefers cooler conditions, ideally around 10–21°C. Average household humidity is generally fine. Avoid placing her beside radiators or in particularly warm, dry spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e🪴 \u003cstrong\u003ePotting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse a well-draining multipurpose houseplant compost. Make sure the pot has drainage holes to prevent the roots sitting in excess water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e✂️ \u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrim back long stems to encourage a fuller shape and remove any damaged or yellowing leaves. Regular trimming will help keep her growth tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow her stems to trail from a shelf or hanging planter, or give her a support to climb. Keep an eye out for spider mites, particularly when indoor air is dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e🐾\u003cstrong\u003e Pet Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot pet friendly. English Ivy is toxic to cats and dogs if eaten and can cause digestive upset and irritation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eSize: 17cm nursery pot\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Greenka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57615718973789,"sku":"8128011239393","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/1919\/3181\/files\/IMG_9804.jpg?v=1794518756","url":"https:\/\/greenka.uk\/products\/hedera-helix-variegated","provider":"Greenka","version":"1.0","type":"link"}