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Glechoma
hederacea variegata ~ Ground Ivy, Creeping Charley |
| Glechoma hederacea
variegata is a low trailing plant in the sage and mint family. The
Ground Ivy will grow several inches tall and spread up to 4 feet or
more. Creeping Charley can be a pest in some circumstances, choking
out other plants. At one time Glechoma hederacea was also used
instead of hops for flavoring and preserving beer, hence the name Ale Ivy
or Ale hoff. Due to its long history of cultivation there are a
wealth of common names. Glechoma hederacea variegata is sensitive to drought and prefers a regular
drink. Plants do their best in light shade but can take full sun
near the coast if there is adequate water. Glechoma hederacea
variegata looks great hanging over the edge of a pot or trailing over
rocks in a rock garden. Plants are hardy to 10 degrees.
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Glechoma hederacea variegata are available |
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