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rozy221
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Happy New Year All! Can't wait for spring to roll around! I took some cuttings from some ivy out in my garden-not sure what type it is, but there's lots of it out there, and it just keeps growing. So I stuck the cuttings in some water, and they grew some nice roots and I potted them a couple of days ago. It's started to put on some new growth already (I had them in the water for quite some time). I've got it in a south window now. Can anyone give me some tips on how to take proper care of it? Also, what should I expect from it? Will it grow straight up or will it droop or do I have to train it? I really started this on a whim, not really expecting it to work, so I'd really appreciate any help! Thanks!
Plants: 236 | From: Coastal CT | Registered: Oct 2004  |  Seeded: 64.252.66.251
Newt
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Hi Rozy,

I would suggest you pot up the ivy. If it doesn't have a support to grow on it will cascade over the side of the pot. You should find this helpful.

http://www.thegardenhelper.com/growingivy.html

Newt

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When weeding, the best way to make sure you are removing a weed and not a valuable plant is to pull on it. If it comes out of the ground easily, it is a valuable plant.

Plants: 271 | From: Maryland zone 7 | Registered: Sep 2002  |  Seeded: 69.243.127.253
rozy221
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Thanks for your help Newt. I just layered one of the stems-it was kind of bare, growing up my window. I've got to get my camara working so i can post some pics. I'll let you know of my prgoress!
Plants: 236 | From: Coastal CT | Registered: Oct 2004  |  Seeded: 64.252.72.186
Newt
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Rozy, thanks for letting me know. I'm sure it will go well for you. Do keep me posted!

Newt

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When weeding, the best way to make sure you are removing a weed and not a valuable plant is to pull on it. If it comes out of the ground easily, it is a valuable plant.

Plants: 271 | From: Maryland zone 7 | Registered: Sep 2002  |  Seeded: 69.243.127.253
   

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