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Kenilworth Ivy

About Kenilworth Ivy

Kenilworth Ivy is a very short herbaceous perennial that forms a dense mat. It has kidney-shaped medium green leave and tiny blue-violet flowers that resemble snapdragons. It is native to Europe and Asia and often grown as a ground cover.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Cymbalaria muralis

Genus

Cymbalaria

Family

Plantaginaceae

Order

Lamiales

Also known as

Ivy-leaved Toadflax, Coliseum Ivy, Oxford Ivy, Mother of Thousands and Wandering Sailor

How to care for Kenilworth Ivy

💦 Water

How often to water your Kenilworth Ivy

Kenilworth Ivy needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Kenilworth Ivy in your home

Kenilworth Ivy may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

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🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Kenilworth Ivy

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Kenilworth Ivy: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Kenilworth Ivy after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Kenilworth Ivy is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

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💦 Water Needs

Kenilworth Ivy prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Kenilworth Ivy may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Kenilworth Ivy is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

🪴 Soil

Kenilworth Ivy does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

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💩 Fertilizer

Kenilworth Ivy is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

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⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Kenilworth Ivy is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.

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🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Kenilworth Ivy can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Kenilworth Ivy, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.