Azores ivy

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Vigorous evergreen climber about 6m in height, with slightly hairy stems and broad, pale matt green leaves to 8cm long; may flower on mature growth

Azores ivy

Scientific classification

Species
Azores ivy (Hedera azorica)
Genus
Hedera
Family
Araliaceae
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Toxicity
Climber Wall Shrub
Plant type
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Height
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Spread
Evergreen
Foliage
Climbing
Habit
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest
Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade
Sunlight
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Distribution of Azores ivy

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of Azores ivy

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Azores ivy care guide

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Watering
Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade
Sunlight
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

Pruning

Routine pruning is unnecessary; shorten overlong shoots to fit the available space. Trim as needed at any time.

Propagation

Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer

Growing

Grow in fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained, preferably alkaline soil in sun or partial shade. Shelter from cold drying winds. See hedera (ivy) cultivation

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Common pests and diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely) and a leaf spot

Pests

May be susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite, scale insects, vine weevil and aphids

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