I bought a beautiful variegated leafed ivy at Lowes. It seems to behave very well. And it's just beautiful. I also bought a dark green small needlepoint ivy at Lowes. This time of year, they start clearancing them. You might catch a bargain! Sometimes I can get them for 25 cents a 4" pot.

NancyAnn

NancyAnn....do you happen to know what those plants were named?
I have no luck at HD or Lowes and would prefer to order on line if possible.
Thanks.

There is one by the name of "Mini-ester" and I have one or two, but if you want a lot why don't you e-mail me. I have absolutely no idea if it is hardy in your area. Also, have you tried your local greenhouses? Ask if they know someone who specializes in Ivies. I await your reply.

There's a good database with info on the hundreds of Hedera helix cultivars. If you really want to order online rather than looking locally, there are nurseries listed which specialize in Ivies.

I've had good luck finding unusual Ivies here at the box stores, nurseries and even the grocery. But if I wanted to be sure they were hardy, and planned to use them for a particular spot, I think I too would rather order ...remember, the first year it sleeps, the second year it creeps, and the third year it leaps. So I can understand your not wanting to take a chance on hardiness, etc. since you will have three years invested. Good luck...josh

Here is a link that might be useful: Hedera helix