Ivy can look beautiful in gardens, but if it spreads and becomes uncontrollable it can easily begin destroying your prized plants, flowers and trees. Not only that but ivy vines can climb onto buildings or fences and work their way into the cracks, which can cause structural damage to your property if left unchecked. However, Brittany Bailey, a gardening and DIY expert from Pretty Handy Girl has shared she has the "absolute easiest" way to get rid of ivy from your garden and prevent it from regrowing.
READ MORE: Common gardening mistake is making moss thrive in your lawn - as it 'loves' one ingredient READ MORE: Gardening fans say washing powder is 'better' than vinegar for killing weeds She said: "No back-breaking pulling or bending over. This is truly the best way to remove English ivy." How to get rid of English ivy from your garden and home You will need to make sure you are wearing a good pair of work boots, a long-sleeved top, long-sleeved trousers, gardening gloves and safety glasses.
According to Brittany, it is important to "gear up" when removing ivy as it is a known shelter for many pests, including spiders and rodents, so it is best to protect yourself as much as possible. To begin, you will need to cut the ivy for the best results and then use either a herbicide or natural homemade solution to completely get rid of it. Ivy has waxy foliage which makes killing it difficult, but cutting the vines will create an "open wound" in the plant and mean it will absorb an i.