English Ivy – Is It a Good Idea to Let It Grow on Trees?

Many homeowners love seeing English ivy (Hedera helix) growing on structures, such as over the arched entryway of a house or on a wall in the landscape. It really can create a classic look, but there is one 'structure' in your yard that you may not want ivy to grow on...
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  • Douglas Hunt Douglas Hunt on Jan 05, 2013
    I would definitely put ivy on the "only where nothing else will grow" list, and only then if there are no trees around.
  • Connie Connie on Nov 14, 2014
    I have seen Ivies over-run and kill full sized trees, it does grow fast.
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