Ivy can not only be planted for facade greening, but also as a ground cover or hedge. The planting distance depends on how quickly a privacy hedge should be thick and how quickly the ivy should cover the entire ground.
What planting distance should you keep for ivy?
The ideal planting distance for ivy as a ground cover is around 25 centimeters, while a distance of 35 to 45 centimeters is recommended in hedges. For facade greening, a single plant is usually sufficient.
Planting ivy as a ground cover
When planting as ground cover, plant the ivy plants at a distance of around 25 centimeters, depending on their size. Then the area will be sealed within a year.
Plant spacing in the hedge or as facade greening
The planting distance for ivy in the hedge or as a facade greening depends on the size of the plant and the speed with which you want to achieve an opaque hedge.
For hedges, the planting distance should be between 35 and 45 centimeters.
For house walls, one plant is usually sufficient.
Tip
If you plant ivy near a neighboring property, remember that the plant spreads widely. Keep enough distance so that you can still cut the ivy even behind a wall.