My variegated ivy leaf tips are yellow (dying look). Please tell me what I am doing wrong. This is a beautiful young plant which I purchased not long ago. It is used as an indoor plant.
Yellowing leaves can indicate a watering issue, to much or to little.
Insects can also cause yellowing leaves.
Here is a link to refresh on the care requirements.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ivy/indoor-ivy-care.htm
I participated in an ivory chain cermeony in May of this year. I received part of the ivory chain. My intent is to let it dry out and place it into a frame as a keepsake. I'm curious on how to treat this item before I frame it. Do you have any suggestions?
You can air dry Ivy leaves quite easily, just lay out on a few layers of paper or paper towels and allow to dry.
You also can press the leaves between layers of newsprint.
Keep the finished project away from direct sunlight, as this will fade the Ivy.
When is a good time to repot an ivy?
You can generally repot houseplants any time of year that they need to be repotted.
Only use a pot size about 1 inch larger in size then the current pot with a good drainage hole.
Use good quality potting soil.
Here are some links to help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/learn-more-about-repotting-houseplants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ivy/indoor-ivy-care.htm
In 2009 I planted a single Ivy plant on my patio. Since then it has grown beautifully up and across the stucco near the ceiling. (See pics below) So here is my question? Just the other day I noticed A LOT of brown leaves that are crunchy but don't crumble like other plant leaves do when they are brown. How can I save my IVY? I haven't changed anything in regards to watering etc. I haven't seen any obvious bugs or anything...just the spots as shown below on some leaves but only a handful. Please help.
If your plant is in a pot it may need repotting and new soil.
Also if the plant gets long tendrils it may need pruning to keep the plant healthy and in good shape.
You can use a half strength fertilizer on the plant to give it some help.
Insects can sometimes be difficult to see. Spider Mites are common on Ivy.
The plant can be treated with Neem Oil as it works as both an insecticide and fungicide.
Here are some links for you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/groundcover/english-ivy/english-ivy-plant-care.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm
My neighbor has an ivy that is in a long window planter and she is wanting to know how to transplant it to a hanging basket.
Choose a container that is only one or two sizes larger than the existing pot. Make sure it has good drainage holes.
Use a good quality potting mix.
Water the Ivy plant the day before you make the move to make sure the roots are moist and to reduce transplant shock.
Lift the plants and move them to the new pot.
Water the plant well and allow it to drain. Ivy like to dry slightly between waterings.
Follow the care information in the link below.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ivy/indoor-ivy-care.htm
My ivy plant, which was previously very healthy, is getting dead branches on it and it looks like it has dirt on its leaves. I have recently moved to a very cold office and had it in the window. Would this affect the plant in this manner? Please help.
Yes, a change to a different environment can cause stress to the plant.
Inspect the plant more carefully and look for signs of insects.
I suspect spider mites, as this is common on Ivy plants.
Treat the plant with Neem Oil.
Neem Oil is safe for people and pets and will take care of any insects or fungus.
Here are some links to help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ivy/indoor-ivy-care.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm
What kind of fertilizer should I use for my ivy plant? (Indoor)
A water soluble nitrogen rich fertilizer applied once a month during the growing period.
Here is a link with more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ivy/indoor-ivy-care.htm