Just kidding. You can absolutely start ivy plants from pieces of Ivy. In fact that’s why it’s so hard to eradicate, it just takes one teeny little piece to start a whole new vine. Just be aware that once you have Ivy, it takes an awful lot to get rid of it.
Thank you so much for taking the time to answer me. I know it's hard to get rid of well it seems to be. I'm not much of a planter or a gardener. Anyways I think I probably won't do that now
Hi Nancy. I'm Cindy. You can get several new ivy plants from one stem. Be sure to cut a vine that has several leaves. Once cut, trim the vine below the bottom leaf down to about an inch or two. At this point, you can put it in water and place in a sunny window. Change the water regularly and in 6 to 8 weeks you will see new roots forming. Then you can put it in soil. Hope this helps.
Thank you so much. I really appreciate the advice it's nice to know I have you guys to ask questions to I probably won't plant it now just based on the experiences I've had with the answers since it's not my house. However I think I will plant some inside and some pots and see how I do. I'm going to test my skills of usually destroying every plant I touch on this IV and see how strong really is
To get rid of it u must cut it completely down... cover the area with black plastic. No sun... no moisture...no plant... no problem...lol have fun with the ivy. They root fast. Look beautiful on the side of a house. Keep it trimmed from the shingles on top of the roof.
I will not plant it now button too many negatives however I am fascinated to know about how to root them. Also I might try to plant them indoors and see if I can actually grow something since you're so indestructible haha. Thanks for taking your time to answer me
I'm heating your advice and will not ruin someone else's property with the invasive plant. It is nice to know though that I can root it and plant it in a pot indoors if I would life I have an area inside that needs to be covered as well really ugly filter vent in a old house. Anyway thanks so much for taking the time to answer me
I might add, that trying to eradicate it from trees and the ground here.... it has a volatile oil on the leaves that sticks to the skin and is very irritating.
Its illegal to plant in Oregon, they spend multi-millions to get rid of it each year.
Depending on where you live, a playground for rats and mice, which in turn, invite snakes to the party. If you have pets and kids, might be something to consider. Don't get me wrong, I like ivy, in the right application, it is indestructible and perfect for erosion control.
I'm so glad you're knowledgeable about these things, for I am not. I'm not going to plant it outside however due to a few answers I think I might put it in pots and plant on top of an area that needs to be covered in this old rental house of mine. Thank you for taking the time to answer
Our pleasure! Yes, if controlled, it is a beautiful plant. I have always loved all sorts of ivy. Just know it needs to be kept in check to remain pretty and not invasive. In pots it will be perfect. They grow like pothos, only faster. Have fun and enjoy! 🌿
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😳Don’t do it!
Just kidding. You can absolutely start ivy plants from pieces of Ivy. In fact that’s why it’s so hard to eradicate, it just takes one teeny little piece to start a whole new vine. Just be aware that once you have Ivy, it takes an awful lot to get rid of it.
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Hi Nancy. I'm Cindy. You can get several new ivy plants from one stem. Be sure to cut a vine that has several leaves. Once cut, trim the vine below the bottom leaf down to about an inch or two. At this point, you can put it in water and place in a sunny window. Change the water regularly and in 6 to 8 weeks you will see new roots forming. Then you can put it in soil. Hope this helps.
To get rid of it u must cut it completely down... cover the area with black plastic. No sun... no moisture...no plant... no problem...lol have fun with the ivy. They root fast. Look beautiful on the side of a house. Keep it trimmed from the shingles on top of the roof.
I agree with not planting it. Five or ten years from not you will be saying "Why did I plant this ivy?"
Ivy is an invasive plant, it can kill your trees, shrubs and totally take over your yard. I sure wish my neighbor never planted it.
Depending on where you live, a playground for rats and mice, which in turn, invite snakes to the party. If you have pets and kids, might be something to consider. Don't get me wrong, I like ivy, in the right application, it is indestructible and perfect for erosion control.
Hi Nancy, yes you can. This quick tutorial will show you how to trim ivy so you can replant it in your garden - https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ivy/ivy-plant-propagation.htm
Don't do it because it will become invasive and it's VERY, VERY hard to eliminate it once it's taken over.