How To: Kill Ivy

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Fast-growing English ivy can easily take over your lawn and landscape. Learn how to kill the invasive plant by combining physical removal and topical treatment.

Characterized by its showy, star-shaped foliage, English ivy (Hedera helix) might seem a fine choice for landscaping as a potted plant, ground cover, or groomed exterior wall accent—but don’t let down your guard just yet. Left unchecked, the evergreen perennial can become an invasive enemy to your yard. Ivy knows no bounds: It grows quickly in all directions, both horizontally and vertically, clinging to other vegetation and depriving it of all sunlight. If the vining plant doesn’t smother and kill trees, shrubs, and grass, it’ll infect them with rot or disease. If you’ve already seen such destruction, save your property from the aggressive greenery by following these steps for how to kill ivy and prevent its return.

How to Kill Ivy

1. Don appropriate protective gear for the project choose a day with suitable weather.
2. Detach the ivy from the surface on which it’s been growing.
3. Dispose of the ivy with your household trash (i.e., do not compost ivy).
4. Apply herbicide to the area in order to kill remaining roots.
5. Monitor the area (and repeat Steps 2 and 3 if necessary)

Read on for the full tutorial on how to remove ivy from your house or yard—and just as important, how to prevent it from returning.