Grow Hedera colchica 'Paddy’s Pride' for bold foliage and reliable coverage. This vigorous, evergreen ivy produces large, dark green leaves with a central splash of yellow and yellow-green.

Its strong, self-clinging habit makes it ideal for covering walls, fences, and shaded structures.

• Height: Up to 8–10m
• Spread: 4–8m
• Position: Full sun to full shade
• Soil: Moist but well-drained soil
• Foliage: Evergreen

Key Features

• Large leaves up to 20cm long
• Dark green foliage with bold yellow variegation
• Self-clinging growth for easy coverage
• Works in both sun and shade

Wildlife Benefits

• Dense foliage provides year-round shelter for birds and insects
• Mature plants can produce late flowers for pollinators
• Berries (on mature growth) support birds in winter

Let it mature to unlock its full wildlife value. Do you have evergreen cover in your garden through winter?

Also Known As

• Ivy 'Sulphur Heart'
• Hedera colchica 'Sulphur Heart'

Synonyms

• Hedera colchica 'Aureostriata'
• Hedera colchica 'Gold Leaf'
• Hedera colchica f. flavovariegata
• Hedera colchica f. sulphuriocordata

Planting Tips

• Plant in almost any aspect from sun to shade
• Allow space for spread as growth is vigorous
• Trim regularly to control size and shape
• Use to cover walls, fences, or ground areas
• Water during dry periods while establishing

Use it where you need fast, reliable coverage. The bold foliage works well to brighten darker areas.