Three potted green ivy plants in white ceramic pots arranged on a light wood surface against a warm beige background.

English Ivy

A timeless classic with endless versatility. English Ivy (Hedera helix) is one of the most adaptable trailing vines you can grow — equally at home cascading from a hanging basket, draping over a shelf, or climbing a trellis indoors or out. Available in green, variegated, and silvery varieties.

🌿 Fun Fact: English Ivy has been cultivated for over 2,000 years and was a symbol of fidelity and eternal life in ancient Greece and Rome. It's one of the few plants that can genuinely thrive in both indoor and outdoor environments, and in the wild it can live for over 100 years. Your hanging basket is just the beginning.

  • Trailing & climbing — perfect for baskets, shelves, trellises, and outdoor spaces
  • Variegated varieties — gold, silver, and cream-edged forms for added visual interest
  • Fast-growing — fills space quickly and looks lush year-round
  • Air-purifying — one of NASA's top-rated plants for filtering indoor air
  • Greenhouse-fresh — every plant shipped directly from our nursery partners

Care at a Glance

  • Light: Bright indirect light indoors; partial shade to full sun outdoors
  • Water: Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings; ivy prefers slightly drier conditions over soggy soil
  • Humidity: Average household humidity is fine; mist occasionally in dry conditions
  • Temperature: 50–70°F indoors; tolerates cooler temps better than most tropicals

💡 Pro Tip: Spider mites love English Ivy, especially in dry indoor air. Check the undersides of leaves regularly and give your plant an occasional shower to knock off any pests before they become a problem.

Every plant ships with our Arrive Alive Guarantee and free shipping nationwide.

✂️ How to Propagate English Ivy: A Step-by-Step Guide — learn how to multiply your ivy with simple stem cuttings.

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