You might be wary of ivy if you have it in your garden. After all, ivy is known for growing out of control and sapping the ...

Persian ivy (Hedera colchica) is one of the fastest-growing types of ivy. Native to parts of the Middle East, this type of ivy can climb up to 100 feet high if given a suitable structure.

Why ivy growing on your walls may actually be beneficial. Long considered damaging to walls, ... We'll also keep you up to date with New Scientist events and special offers. Sign up.

Q. I recently had a block wall put up to replace a chain link fence that was covered in ivy. My problem is the ivy keeps growing around the new fence.

After struggling with English ivy taking over their entire outdoors, a gardener found a "permanent" way to remove ivy that's ...

If there’s ivy growing up the walls, cut the ivy at the stems to cause the plant to “dry out”. SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and ...

Yet, unchecked ivy growth can wreak havoc on garden fences and even compromise the structural integrity of buildings. In extreme cases, repairing foundations in the UK due to such damage can cost ...