AT A GLANCE
What evergreen ivy alternatives are there?
What are the alternatives to evergreen ivy?
There are various climbing plants, who like the ivy her Keep foliage throughout the winter months. Greening like Hedera helix
- evergreen honeysuckle,
- Climbing spindle and
- Armand's clematis
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shady garden corners, a wall that has become unsightly or the pergola all year round.
In addition, these plants offer another advantage: unlike ivy, they do not form shoots that have been converted into adhesive roots. If you want to remove these plants at some point, this will be easier and no unsightly marks will remain on the masonry.
Is Evergreen Honeysuckle an Alternative to Ivy?
With its fresh green dense foliage puts that Evergreen honeysuckle (Lonicera henryi) one
wonderful alternative to ivy represent. This climbing plant also scores with yellowish or reddish colored flowers, which exude an enchanting scent in warm temperatures.Since the honeysuckle, in contrast to Hedera helix, does not form adhesive roots, it needs a stable climbing aid. Keep evergreen honeysuckle evenly moist and rejuvenate the plant by pruning every few years.
Why is the climbing spindle shrub a suitable alternative?
Are you looking for an ivy alternative that a little less soaring, is the Climbing spindle shrub (Euonymus fortune) ideal. With a growth height of up to 500 centimetres, this small shrub, which can be grown on a trellis like a climbing plant, embellishes shady walls and fences.
The dark green foliage of climbing spindle stands very close. From June to July, inconspicuous inflorescences appear, from which, depending on the variety, whitish-green or reddish colored fruit capsules with a high ornamental value are formed.
Can I cultivate a clematis as an alternative to ivy?
clematis armandii (Armand's Clematis) forms elongated, fleshy Leaves that remain on the plant all year round. This also makes it a good alternative to ivy. The pink or white bowl-shaped flowers, which appear from March to May and exude a pleasant fragrance, contribute to the popularity of this climbing plant.
Like all Clematis species this variant only thrives when its foot is in the shade and its head can stretch towards the sun. In addition, the location should be protected.
Tip
Evergreen climbing plants - valuable for animals and insects
Since the evergreen plants cover a large area, they are often used by birds as a breeding ground. The numerous flowers of these plants are found in bees, bumblebees and butterflies, because they offer plenty of food. The often brightly colored berries serve as tasty winter food for many birds.
