Gotland – Ivy

Gotland – Ivy (Hedera helix)

A botanical poster featuring ivy (Hedera helix), the provincial flower of Gotland in Sweden. This refined illustration captures the elegant climbing structure of the plant and presents a timeless piece of botanical wall art inspired by Nordic nature and coastal landscapes.

The deep green leaves and flowing growth pattern create a balanced composition that reflects both stillness and resilience. The artwork combines botanical precision with a clean and minimalist aesthetic, making it suitable for modern interiors as well as educational and cultural environments.

With its evergreen character and structured form, this botanical print brings a sense of continuity, calm, and natural strength into any space.

About the ivy of Gotland

Ivy is known for its ability to grow along walls, cliffs, and tree trunks, thriving in the unique limestone-rich landscapes of Gotland. As an evergreen plant, it maintains its deep green leaves throughout the year, symbolizing endurance and stability.

This botanical illustration highlights the plant’s distinctive lobed leaves and natural climbing movement. The composition emphasizes clarity, structure, and balance, creating a calm and visually refined decorative piece rooted in Scandinavian nature.

The artwork works well both as a standalone print and as part of a botanical collection of Swedish provincial flowers.

About the motif

Hedera helix, commonly known as common ivy, is widely recognized for its persistent growth and ability to adapt to various environments. The plant has long symbolized resilience, continuity, and the enduring relationship between nature and architecture.

As the provincial flower of Gotland, it represents the island’s natural strength, cultural heritage, and connection to its unique landscape.

Specifications

• Subject: Ivy (Hedera helix), provincial flower of Gotland
• Style: Botanical illustration with watercolor tones
• Format: A4 (210 × 297 mm / 8.27 × 11.69 inches) and A5 (148 × 210 mm / 5.83 × 8.27 inches), portrait orientation (2480 × 3475 pxl)
• Resolution: 300 DPI, print-ready quality
• File type: High-resolution digital files (PNG)
• Color profile: Optimized for both color and art printing
• Delivery: Instant digital download after purchase
• Frame or printed version: Not included

What you will receive

• 1 high-resolution A4 PNG file
• 1 high-resolution A5 PNG file
• Immediate download access after completed purchase

No physical item will be shipped.

Printing recommendations

For optimal results:

• Print at 300 DPI to preserve fine botanical details
• Use matte fine art paper (180–250 gsm recommended)
• Print with a high-quality inkjet printer or professional print service
• Ensure scaling is set to 100% to maintain the correct proportions

Color appearance may vary slightly depending on printer settings, paper type, and screen calibration.

Usage and license

This artwork is intended for personal use only.

Permitted:

• Printing for private home decoration
• Printed use as a personal gift

Not permitted:

• Commercial use or resale
• Redistribution of the digital file
• Modification for resale purposes

All rights reserved.