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English ivy: full vines, cool conditions and pest checks

Hedera helix. It prefers a slightly cooler, airy position, while spider mites thrive around it in dry heat.

English ivy

Light

Bright, indirect light; variegated forms need more of it.

Watering

Water after the surface has lightly dried, without keeping the roots constantly wet.

Soil

A fertile, free-draining mix.

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Care over time

Rhythm through the year

Keep it away from hot air during the heating season. In summer, do not let a bright-positioned pot stay dry for too long.

Growth and repotting

Vines root readily. Renew an older plant with cuttings instead of continually enlarging the pot.

Plant

A simple care routine for English ivy

  1. 1

    Inspect leaf undersides and the dense centre.

  2. 2

    Check the mix before watering.

  3. 3

    Prune long vines to maintain fuller growth.

Observation

Changes worth checking

  • Fine webbing under leaves
  • Whole shoot tips drying
  • Paler, progressively smaller leaves
Important

Ivy may irritate skin and is harmful if eaten. Keep it away from children and pets, and wear gloves when pruning.

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Sources and further reading: NC State Extension: Hedera helix

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