Satisfying ivy removal

This English ivy (Hedera helix) infestation was pretty intense! Here's how I cut this invasive vine off of a big native tree (American sycamore - Platanus occidentalis). Please stop buying and planting invasive species like this one! #englishivy #ivy #invasivespecies #invasiveplants #plantnative #nativeplants #american #sycamore #trees #arborist #plants #gardening #gardens | Andrew The Arborist

Ivy can cause major problems. Please read this. It can totally take over yards and make it impossible to grow anything in that location. If it's in a sheet, pull it up and dispose of it. If it's starting to creep into a neighbor's yard from yours, acknowledge the issue and try to contain it. In addition to pulling it up you may need to try a nontoxic herbicide. I would consult with a specialist in your area about this. Not all ivy is a disaster but invasive ivy competes with trees for resources