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ivy 'Chicago'

ivy 'Chicago' · Pruning

ivy 'Chicago' · Hedera helix 'Chicago'

Tolerant of a range of soils and conditions but grows best in fertile, humus-rich well-drained alkaline soil in a sheltered spot. Ideal for patio containers, or as a houseplant. See hedera (ivy) cultivation

Watering: Evenly moist soil year round, mist foliage to raise air humiditySunlight: Full shade · Full sun · Partial shadeHarmful if eaten, skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]

How to Prune ivy 'Chicago'?

Routine pruning is unnecessary; shorten overlong shoots to fit the available space. For last-year flowering growth, prune after flowering; for current-year flowering growth, prune in late winter or spring. This guidance is for established plants.