1
The aim of pruning here is to
reduce the plant’s spread over the
fence and to remove it from the tree
trunk in front. Ivy can collect a lot of
dust and dirt, so wear a dust mask
when pruning if this aects you.
CUTTING
BACK IVY
Ivies are versatile evergreen climbers that will grow
in sun or shade, and adhere to almost any support or
surface. In late spring or early summer, prune these
vigorous plants to contain their spread, and to
prevent stems from growing into unwanted places.
YOU WILL NEED
• pruners
• dust mask
• garden gloves
• garden trash bag
SEE ALSO
• IVY TOPIARY BALL >> 84/85
• PRUNING LIGHTLY >> 120/121
• PRUNING KNOW-HOW >> 236/237
FALL IVY NECTAR
Avoid pruning ivy from late
summer to early winter as this
is often when the plant flowers.
Ivy flowers provide a valuable
late source of nectar for bees and
other pollinating insects.
Ivy can block
out sunlight for
other plants as
it climbs over
walls, fences,
and trees
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CLIMBERS // CUTTING BACK IVY 100–101
3
Remove ivy growing up walls and into
house guttering. When removing ivy from
walls you will reveal marks left by the
clinging roots. If you feel the need, use a sti
brush to remove the root residue.
2
Working from the top of the fence panel, pull
away long lengths of ivy. When you are happy
with the amount removed, cut o the stems with
pruners. Also cut and pull away any ivy growing on
tree trunks or other plants.
4
The ivy has been cut back from the top
of the fence by about 18 in (45 cm) to
allow room for regrowth. It has also been
removed from the tree trunk, resulting in a
less cluttered and lighter part of the garden.
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