Ivy on trees...and elsewhere.

[jzbaker]

I have just moved into a house which has three acres of woodland. The previous owners let nature take its course. Many of the trees are covered in ivy. I am concerned that the ivy is harmful to the trees (mostly oak). Any advice on whether or not I should cut the ivy back?

Seperately, my house is also covered by ivy in places. I am slowly cutting it back and pulling it down but the 'grippers' are left on the wall. Any way to blast these off? Any machines available that might help?

Thanks

JB

 

[sandwell]

There is another thread on this subject.

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