Hedera helix 'Mint Kolibri'

English Ivy

Hedera helix ‘Mint Kolibri’ is a compact, evergreen ivy valued for its small, delicate leaves and soft mint-green and creamy-white variegation. The foliage emerges fresh and bright, maintaining its attractive coloring year-round, while flowers are inconspicuous and rarely seen in landscape use. Its trailing to climbing habit makes it useful as a groundcover, container plant, or for training on walls and structures.

Type: Evergreen vine / groundcover

Mature Size:
Width: 3–6 ft (spreading or climbing)
Height: 6–10 ft+ (with support)
(10-year size: spreads readily with time)

USDA Zones: 5a–9b
Form: Trailing, spreading, or climbing
Light: Full sun to full shade (best color in partial shade)
Soil: Average, well-drained soils; highly adaptable
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Provides cover for birds; may attract insects


Features & Landscape Uses


Small, variegated leaves for fine texture



Evergreen foliage for year-round interest



Versatile as groundcover, climber, or container plant



Useful for shade areas




Care
Very low-maintenance but vigorous. Can be pruned at any time to control size and shape. Tolerates a wide range of conditions, including shade and urban environments. Avoid overly wet soils. Note: can be aggressive in some areas—manage spread as needed.

Plant type

Vine

Height

6-10'

Width

3-6'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Shade, Full Sun, Partial Shade

Bloom time

Early Fall, Fall, Late Summer

Flower color

Yellow

Leaf color

Asparagus, Beige

Soil

Average, Highly Adaptable, Well Drained

Landscape use

Container, Groundcover

Shape

Climbing

Bark

Smooth

Fruit

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No