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- Q.Potted Ivy Plants - My potted ivy plants were left outside all winter. The leaves did not fall off but, of course, the plant ...
- Q.Variegated Ivy Dying - i used fertilizer on my variegated ivy and all the new growth has turned black and died. Is there anything ...
- Q.How To Cure An Ivy Plant - The leaves are sticky and have a goo dripping from the leaves.
- Q.Houseplants - Can I plant Ivy and Bridle Veil together for a houseplant?
- Q.Problem With Sooty Mold On Ivy Bushes - I have a problem with sooty mold on my ivy bushes. There is an evergreen bush underneath one of the ...
- Q.Indoor Ivy - I have some indoor Ivy plants that I have had for 7 or 8 years. All of a sudden, about ...
- Q.Can I Put My Ivy Houseplant Outside - I would like to plant my ivy that is a houseplant in the ground but I won't unless it will ...
Asked by
dianedubois on
April 15, 2015
Ottawa, CanadaQ.Potted ivy plants
My potted ivy plants were left outside all winter. The leaves did not fall off but, of course, the plant looks dried up but not dead. Will the plant come back if I cut all stems down to the soil surface? And should I change the soil in the planter?
Answered by
shelley on
April 15, 2015
Certified ExpertA.You can cut back an ivy within a few inches of the soil surface with the expectation of it growing back, provided the root system is still healthy. With fresh soil, water, nutrients and warmth in the right quantities, your plant may grow back. You can read more about how to save cold damaged plants at the following link:
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- Asked by
rowlando1 on
April 29, 2015
co armagh northern irelandQ.Variegated ivy dying
i used fertilizer on my variegated ivy and all the new growth has turned black and died. Is there anything I can do to rescue my plants? The fertilizer I used was for feeding my privet hedge. I only used a very small amount on the ivy and it looked great for the first couple of weeks until the recent sharp frost, followed by strong winds and heavy icy rain showers. The plant is about 2 years old and I'm training it to cover a low southeast facing garden wall. I have 8 plants, each looking equally bad.
- Answered by
shelley on
April 30, 2015
Certified ExpertA.Sounds like your plants sustained a bad case of frost/cold injury, which is why the new growth turned black. After the danger of frost has passed, I would prune off the dead material, water it and wait for signs of recovery. Here is an article that explains further on how to save cold damaged plants.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/tips-for-saving-cold-damaged-plants.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
mlchaparro on
May 17, 2015
ilinoisQ.how to cure an Ivy plant
The leaves are sticky and have a goo dripping from the leaves.
- Answered by
shelley on
May 17, 2015
Certified ExpertA.The sticky residue on your ivy plant is actually honeydew which is secreted by aphids. For more information on aphids and a course of treatment, please visit the following link:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/homemade-aphid-control.htm
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Anonymous on
June 2, 2015Q.houseplants
Can I plant Ivy and Bridle Veil together for a houseplant?
- Answered by
Heather on
June 3, 2015
Certified ExpertA.As long as they each have plenty of room to grow and will be sharing the same or similar growing conditions, then they should be fine together.
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cleemc on
July 7, 2015
Western NCQ.problem with sooty mold on ivy bushes
I have a problem with sooty mold on my ivy bushes. There is an evergreen bush underneath one of the ivy bushes and it is turning black. Was wondering if it was the beginning of sooty mold?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 8, 2015A.Here is a few links with more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/how-to-get-rid-of-sooty-mold.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/what-is-honeydew.htm
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CDomangue on
July 8, 2015
9aQ.Indoor Ivy
I have some indoor Ivy plants that I have had for 7 or 8 years. All of a sudden, about 3 weeks ago, the biggest most nourished one started to die. The leaves look droopy and are turning yellow one by one. In the pic attached, this plant use to be big and cover the pot. Any help would be most appreciative. Thx!
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 10, 2015A.Yellowing leaves generally indicate a watering issue. Either to much or to little.
Your Philodendron appears to be leggy and is reaching to get light.
You can prune up your plant to give it a healthier appearance.Here is a link to help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/philodendron/caring-for-philodendrons.htm
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sandrahartshorn on
July 25, 2015
floridaQ.can i put my ivy houseplant outside
I would like to plant my ivy that is a houseplant in the ground but I won't unless it will survive the Florida weather.
- Answered by
sandrahartshorn on
July 25, 2015A.I believe it will ad long as it has the proper sun light and frequent water as it will dry out quickly watering is very important when living in a warmer climate
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