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Hedera colchica ‘Paddy’s Pride’

Paddy's Pride
Award Winner Loved by Pollinators Low Maintenance Hardiness H5

Hedera colchica ‘Sulphur Heart’, also called ‘Paddy’s Pride’, is a vigorous evergreen ivy with broad green leaves splashed yellow at the centre. Its bold foliage creates striking variegation across walls, fences, or slopes. Large and fast-growing, it is excellent for screening in coastal or sheltered Irish gardens. RHS Award of Garden Merit, pollinator-friendly, and low-maintenance, it is a tough choice for difficult sites.
SKU: HED-3.5L-RL7N9H
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Size
Max Height
4.0 m — 8.0 m
Max Spread
2.5 m — 4.0 m
Growth Habit
Uses support to grow upwards with twining or gripping stems.
Planting Position
Sunlight i Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Sun Part Shade
Aspect i Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
North South East West
Exposure i Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Exposed / Sheltered
Hardiness i Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
(−15 to −10 °C) Cold-hardy
Ideal Soil Conditions
Soil Type i Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Soil Moisture i Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Moist but permeable / Free draining
Soil pH i Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Acid Alkaline Neutral
Plant Uses & Merits
Uses
  • Patios / Courtyards
  • Flower Borders
  • Groundcover
  • Against Wall
  • Banks / Slopes
Merits
  • Low Maintenance
  • RHS | Award Of Garden Merit
  • Loved By Pollinators

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