Ground Ivy

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Variegated Ground Ivy

Common Name:	Ground Ivy
Botanical Name:	*Glechoma hederacea*
Plant Type:	Groundcover
USDA Hardiness Zone:	6
AHS Heat Zone:
Light Requirements:	Partial Shade; Full Shade
Water Usage:	Low; Medium
Soil Type:	Well-Drained
Height:	1 to 2 inches
Spread:	1 ft.
Season of Bloom:	May to June
Bloom Color:	Blue
Deciduous/Evergreen:	Evergreen to Semi-Evergreen
Native TX Plant:	Adapted
Wildlife Value:
Shipping Size:	4-inch pot
Availability:	No CA, HI, AK, AZ

Also called Gill Ivy. Another excellent groundcover for shady spots. An evergreen to semi-evergreen. Spreads quickly and is a very good trailing plant (looks good growing over walls). Leaves are round (1-1/2 inches across) and bright lime green. A white/green variegated variety is also available. Grows to approximately 1 to 2 inches tall.

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