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Ivy (Hedera helix) — wildflower of Ireland

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Ivy

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Hedera helix

Climbs up walls and trees with little sticky roots. The pale green flowers come in autumn — important late food for bees, before the berries turn black for winter birds.

Height
3000 cm
Blooms
Sep–Nov
Family
Ivy (Araliaceae)
Latin name
Hedera helix
Where to find
  • Old trees
  • Stone walls
  • Woodland edges