Hedera colchica ( Dentata Variegata Persian Ivy )
This vigorous , evergreen , self - clinging climbing iron , though hardy and trouble - liberal , should never be allowed to grow up the trunks of tree or to mount on forest . A native of Caucasus and N. Iran , the plant grow well in zones 7 - 10 and thrives in moist , but well run out soil dirt in Lord’s Day or shade . The American Ivy Society has divided ivies into several categories depending on folio shape and type ....