Ivy is often considered by many to be the most ornamentally attractive of all groundcovers. The veined, deep green, shiny foliage provides a unique texture all its own in the landscape.

'English' Ivy is the most common variety. We plant this ivy in shady, large beds or islands where it will have plenty of room to grow and not require too much maintenance. We are careful not to plant it too closely to native woodlands as it can creep into these areas and become invasive.

'Wilson' Ivy is perhaps our favorite. The foliage is crinkled around the edges and about 1/3 the size of English ivy. We use this ivy in smaller areas as a groundcover, climber, or to cascade over walls. Wilson ivy is much easier to maintain.

There's an old saying about ivy: "The first year it creeps, the second year it crawls, and the third year it leaps". One must be patient with ivy.