Climbing ivy is very popular as a green facade or privacy hedge. The plant grows quickly and copes well with shady locations. If a pure ivy wall is too boring for you, combine the ivy with clematis, botanically clematis.
Why are ivy and clematis a good combination?
Ivy and clematis go well together as they both prefer partially shaded locations and offer an attractive combination of ivy leaves and colorful clematis flowers. It is important to prune both plants regularly and pay attention to different fertilizer needs.
That's why ivy and clematis go so well together
Ivy on the house wall or as a privacy hedge looks a bit boring in the long run. Therefore, plant other climbing plants between the ivy. In addition to roses, clematis or clematis are particularly suitable for combining with ivy.
Clematis produces very beautiful flowers in many different colors, depending on the variety. If you plant ivy as a background, the flower colors of the clematis are particularly effective.
In slightly sunnier places, you can also add roses to add color between the ivy leaves. By choosing the right varieties, you will ensure that new flowers appear among the ivy throughout the entire gardening season.
The best location for ivy and clematis
Ivy likes it in the shade, just like clematis. Both plants prefer partially shaded locations.
The soil must be slightly moist, but waterlogging must be avoided at all costs. Some caution is required when fertilizing, as clematis needs to be fertilized more frequently, while ivy can only tolerate moderate amounts of fertilizer.
Both plants need a trellis (€17.00 on Amazon) on which they can climb. Wooden walls on which the ivy's roots can find sufficient support are well suited.
The right care for ivy and clematis as neighbors
If possible, give clematis a head start on growth by planting the plants one to two years earlier. They will then become nice and strong and will not allow the ivy to overgrow them so quickly.
Ivy doesn't grow quite as lushly in the first two years. From the third year onwards, you have to cut it back regularly so that it doesn't restrict the more delicate clematis too much.
Both plants are poisonous. Therefore, always wear gloves when cutting ivy and clematis!
Tip
It's better not to grow ivy directly on the wall. The adhesive roots can damage facades. In addition, ivy cannot always be removed without leaving residue.
