Hedera canariensis 'Gloire de Marengo' – Marengo Ivy
Hedera canariensis 'Gloire de Marengo,' commonly known as Marengo Ivy, is a versatile and robust evergreen climbing plant, known for its striking glossy, deep green leaves with creamy-white variegation. This fast-growing ivy is perfect for covering walls, fences, or creating a lush, attractive ground cover. 'Gloire de Marengo' offers a blend of ornamental beauty and practical coverage, making it an excellent choice for both vertical and horizontal plantings.
Why Grow Hedera canariensis 'Gloire de Marengo'?
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Attractive Variegated Foliage – The rich, dark green leaves with cream to white variegation make this ivy an eye-catching addition to the garden, offering year-round interest.
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Evergreen – As an evergreen, it maintains its beauty throughout the year, providing coverage and visual appeal even during the winter months.
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Fast-Growing – Ideal for quickly covering walls, fences, trellises, and other structures, 'Gloire de Marengo' is a great choice for creating immediate green coverage.
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Low Maintenance – This hardy ivy is easy to grow and requires minimal care, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardening.
Height of Plant
Hedera canariensis 'Gloire de Marengo' can grow up to 20m in height when climbing, and it spreads about 2.5 - 4m wide as ground cover, making it a versatile plant for a range of garden applications.
Where to Site Your Hedera canariensis 'Gloire de Marengo'
This ivy thrives in a variety of locations and is particularly suitable for vertical plantings:
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Climbing Walls and Fences – A perfect plant for creating green coverage on walls, fences, and trellises, where its variegated foliage adds texture and color.
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Ground Cover – Ideal for use as ground cover in shaded or semi-shaded areas, where it will spread quickly and provide a dense carpet of foliage.
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Pergolas and Arbors – Use on trellises, pergolas, or arbors for creating a lush, cascading effect.
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Shady Spots – Works well in shady to semi-shaded spots, where other ground cover plants may struggle.
How to Grow and Care for Your Hedera canariensis 'Gloire de Marengo'
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Soil – Prefers well-drained, fertile soil but is adaptable to a range of soil types. It thrives in both alkaline and acidic soils.
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Light – Grows well in partial shade to full shade, though it can tolerate some sunlight, especially in cooler climates. Avoid full sun exposure, as this can cause the variegated leaves to scorch.
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Watering – Once established, 'Gloire de Marengo' is relatively drought-tolerant, but it performs best when the soil is kept consistently moist. Regular watering during dry periods encourages healthy growth.
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Maintenance:
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Pruning – Light pruning in early spring helps control the growth and shape of the plant, especially when used as ground cover or on fences. Trim back any unwanted growth to prevent it from spreading too aggressively.
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Mulching – Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture, regulate temperature, and suppress weeds.
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Pest & Disease Resistance – Generally pest and disease-resistant, though it may occasionally attract aphids or spider mites in hot, dry conditions.
Hardy to U.K. Zone – Hardy to U.K. Hardiness Zone H6 (-20°C to -15°C), this ivy is well-suited for temperate climates and can handle a range of weather conditions, including cold winters.
Perfect Plant Combinations
Hedera canariensis 'Gloire de Marengo' pairs beautifully with other climbing plants like clematis or roses, where it can provide a contrasting background of rich, variegated leaves. It also complements shade-loving plants like ferns or hostas in garden beds or borders, where its foliage helps to fill in spaces and add depth to the planting. In containers, it combines well with trailing plants or flowering climbers for a dynamic, layered effect.
With its attractive variegated foliage, evergreen nature, and ability to grow quickly, Hedera canariensis 'Gloire de Marengo' is an excellent addition to any garden. Its low-maintenance care and ability to cover vertical and horizontal spaces make it a valuable plant for a variety of landscaping needs.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.