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I have English Ivy growing up and around my lamp post in my backyard - it is all brown, and it all looks dead to me. This Winter here in New Jersey has been especially brutal and very cold, and I'm wondering if this Ivy is dead. Should I hold off removing it all, perhaps fertilize it, and see what happens ?
The exposed part is probably winter-killed, but I would just cut off the dead looking part and wait to see if some new growth begins at the base. English ivy is pretty hard to kill - just ask anyone who has tried.
I have English Ivy growing up and around my lamp post in my backyard - it is all brown, and it all looks dead to me. This Winter here in New Jersey has been especially brutal and very cold, and I'm wondering if this Ivy is dead. Should I hold off removing it all, perhaps fertilize it, and see what happens ?
Patrick
Zone 6 - New Jersey
One can hope it is dead.
I have a war going on with English Ivy. Mrs. NBP allowed it in several years ago and it has decided to attempt a hostile takeover.
We're at a draw currently.
Keep it off your trees, it will choke and kill them.
I have a war going on with English Ivy. Mrs. NBP allowed it in several years ago and it has decided to attempt a hostile takeover.
We're at a draw currently.
Keep it off your trees, it will choke and kill them.
English Ivy never dies, it will be here long after you are taking a dirt nap. I learned just as NB person did.
Many people have it growing up the side of the house and not only does it bring bugs it also attaches to the mortar and will create a nice income for a brick and mortar man who has to repoint the bricks.
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