{"product_id":"hedera-helix-lingusta-english-ivy","title":"Hedera helix 'Lingusta' - English Ivy","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe humble \u003cem\u003eHedera helix\u003c\/em\u003e is a familiar sight outdoors, climbing walls, fences, and tree trunks across the UK. But have you ever thought about growing this classic foliage plant indoors? You may think it would be easy seeing how well it grows outdoors, but ivy can be a challenge indoors - it will grow best in an unheated porch or conservatory, or if you have a tricky spot that's too draughty for most houseplants. This variety stands out, too; while the texture and colour of the leaves is very typical for ivy, the shape is more unusual as each leaf is long, slim and almost heart-shaped. Bring some foliage to a difficult indoor spot with this draught-loving trailer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003eHedera helix\u003c\/em\u003e 'Lingusta' (twisting ivy, cultivar: tongue-like)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eSynonyms: \u003cem\u003eHedera communis, Hedera poetarum, Hedera poetica\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAs a European native, this plant has been recognised under the same name for centuries; it was first names in 1753, the year that the Linnaean classification system was established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCommon Ivy, English Ivy, European Ivy, Ivy, Atlantic Ivy\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNative across Europe, including the UK and Ireland, all of mainland Europe, western Russia, Türkey and the Caucasus\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eBright, indirect light is best- avoid sunny spots as this will scorch and dehydrate your ivy. It can tolerate some shade indoors but make sure it's not too dark!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWater once the top inch or two of soil has dried out; ivy is not drought-tolerant but also does not like to sit in soggy soil. Make sure to water less frequently in a shady spot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eLikes high humidity, but make sure the air around it circulates too. Introducing a humidity tray will help if your home is warm and dry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eUse a well-draining but moisture-retentive mix; one designed for ferns would work well for ivy's similar needs! Repot every three years in spring; adding grit will help keep those in shadier locations draining well.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed every four waters in the growing season, reduce to every six in autumn and winter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCan stand temperatures from -5 to 30°C. Just make sure it's not too hot in summer, and not too close to a radiator in winter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNo, this plant is toxic to pets and small humans.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFor care tips, think about where ivy grows outside and mimic those conditions; make sure you have somewhere for it to grow along or hang down from as it grows longer!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"13cm","offer_id":55309321699709,"sku":"2756527819371","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"19cm","offer_id":54998126592381,"sku":"5082790444371","price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/hedera-helix-lingusta-english-ivy-406209.jpg?v=1734829264","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.live\/products\/hedera-helix-lingusta-english-ivy","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}