English Ivy In Clay Soil

We bought a new build house and they gave us a « living wall » as a garden fence. It is beautiful and we would like to keep it however it is struggling. It has been in the ground 2 years now but the area is heavy clay. It would be a huge undertaking to attempt to lift it all out to add compost to the soil. Is there another way to improve its health?

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#1 Comment By BushDoctor On 05/15/2020 @ 10:14 am

Earthworms! If you can't dig the ground, earthworms can loosen it and add some texture to the soil.

Be sure to mulch for them, so that they have a place to hide from the sun.

Here are some articles that will help:

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https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/how-to-attract-earthworms.htm ^[2]

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/how-to-easily-improve-your-clay-soil.htm ^[3]

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