Getting rid of creeping ivy
Efeu ist ein Symbol der Treue, und es ist leicht zu verstehen, warum! Sein starkes, schnelles Wachstum bedeutet, dass er einen Garten vollständig überholen und beschädigen kann. Es ist nicht einfach, sie loszuwerden, aber es gibt narrensichere natürliche Methoden und Werkzeuge, um diese zähe Kletterpflanze zu sortieren.
Understand the damage it can cause
Ivy can be a major asset in the yard, provided it’s kept under control. Otherwise, it can stifle some plants and stop others from growing as its foliage is toxic. It can also damage walls (such as pulling off the coating or leaving marks that are very difficult to remove) and encourage pests on a balcony or terrace. Worse still, it’s not uncommon for it to attack masonry or lift roof tiles as it creeps along the outside of the house.
Remove the roots and cut down any regrowth
If you just remove the surface ivy, it will come back with a vengeance. You have to remove the deep roots too. To do this, use a shovel (or a pick if the soil is too hard) to dig all around the root of the plant and then rip it up by hand. Still getting regrowth after a few weeks? Keep a close eye on it and cut it down at the base as soon as any new growth appears. Be sure to dispose of it properly as its berries and leaves are poisonous.