Remove the ivy and its roots

Ivy has two different types of roots

Ivy doesn't just form roots to anchor itself to the ground. Adhesive roots are also formed on the lignified shoots, which attach to a suitable substrate.

The adherent roots consist of several small root strands that are arranged in a tangle. This means that the climbing plant can hold its own even on very smooth surfaces such as concrete walls.

It becomes dangerous when ivy is pulled on walls in which the joints are no longer quite tight. This is where the adhesive roots cling particularly well. After a while, roots grow from the shoots and penetrate deep into the masonry. Will the ivy from the Wall removed, in the best case scenario visible traces remain. If the ivy has penetrated several centimeters, the entire wall or facade can be endangered.

That is how deep the roots of the ivy grow

In the earth the

Root depth up to 60 centimeters, depending on age and location. The roots penetrate the masonry as deeply as they can.

Remove roots from house walls

Around Remove roots from house walls, you need to carefully peel the ivy from top to bottom. However, residues of adhesive roots remain on the facade. They can be cleaned with a wire brush or a high pressure cleaner(€ 99.99 at Amazon *) remove for the most part. If the masonry is damaged, it is better not to use high-pressure cleaners.

Dig up ivy roots

To keep ivy from the garden permanently remove, you need to dig up the roots. Depending on how old the plant is, the soil is loosened to a depth of 60 centimeters. The roots are then carefully lifted out and disposed of via the garbage disposal.