One
of the most striking ground ivies is the Melanie ivy. This
ground ivy has large leaves, which are extremely curly on
the edges. The leaves also have narrow, maroon veins. This
ivy is slow growing, yet is very adaptable to almost any conditions.
Thriving in zones five to eleven, the Melanie ivy makes a
superb and striking ground cover.
Another
of the ground ivies is the English ivy. This ivy, also slow
growing, has large, fan shaped leaves silvery green in color.
The dense foliage of this ground ivy grows only a few inches
off the ground, making a complete block of sun for any plants
below. Like most ivies, this ground ivy will also climb up
walls and fences. The English ivy is easy to care for, making
it a preferred ground cover by many gardeners.
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