Hedera helix subsp. hibernica
Re: Ivy in pot
Shoot User
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Hi Paula,
my Dad grew some ivy "golden heart" in a small pot up a wall. It was never had vigorous growth, but it did alright.
Thinking laterally they are a woodland species and they have to compete with established trees or hedges for water and nutrients, so they are hardy!
Like most pot plants the lack of water is probably the biggest risk. Try putting in water retaining products (absorbent mats/sponges). It will give them a better chance.
Give it a go.
Paul
my Dad grew some ivy "golden heart" in a small pot up a wall. It was never had vigorous growth, but it did alright.
Thinking laterally they are a woodland species and they have to compete with established trees or hedges for water and nutrients, so they are hardy!
Like most pot plants the lack of water is probably the biggest risk. Try putting in water retaining products (absorbent mats/sponges). It will give them a better chance.
Give it a go.
Paul
Posted: Sunday 17th of July 2011 09:42 AM
Ivy in pot
Paula moynihan
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Can Irish ivy or indeed any hardy ivy be grown in a pot? I have a shaded wall with no soil at base and want to grow up wall.
I would be grateful for advice. Paula
I would be grateful for advice. Paula
Posted: Sunday 17th of July 2011 08:40 AM Last reply: Friday 28th of February 2025 06:51 PM