Satisfying ivy removal

Sheesh, look at this one! English ivy climbing up and covering a large American sycamore (Platanus occidentalis)! English ivy is an invasive plant that is widely cultivated throughout North America. This plant can be detrimental to native trees and wild spaces. As seen in the video, it climbs up and shades out trees, making them more susceptible to disease, windthrow, decay fungi, and other pests. It competes with the tree for water, nutrients, and other soil resources. It is also capable of bla

How to Remove English Ivy

Ivy can cause major problems. Please read this. It can totally take over yards and make it impossible to grow anything in that location. If it's in a sheet, pull it up and dispose of it. If it's starting to creep into a neighbor's yard from yours, acknowledge the issue and try to contain it. In addition to pulling it up you may need to try a nontoxic herbicide. I would consult with a specialist in your area about this. Not all ivy is a disaster but invasive ivy competes with trees for resources

Invasive Plants: English Ivy