Persian Ivy | |
Bullock's Heart Ivy |
Plant Habit: | Cactus/Succulent |
Life cycle: | Biennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | In Water Wet |
Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8) Strongly alkaline (8.5 – 9.0) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 2 -45.6 °C (-50 °F) to -42.8 °C (-45°F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 9b |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Variegated |
Fruit: | Showy Indehiscent |
Flowers: | Inconspicuous |
Flower Time: | Late summer or early fall Late fall or early winter |
Inflorescence Type: | Panicle |
Uses: | Dye production Provides winter interest Erosion control Culinary Herb |
Wildlife Attractant: | Hummingbirds Other Beneficial Insects |
Propagation: Other methods: | Stolons and runners |
Conservation status: | Vulnerable (VU) |