did you know?

Although the houseplant grape ivy is a member of the grape family, Vitacea, it is not at all related to ivy

general maintenance:

Groom plants, removing yellowed foliage. Occasionally pinch back growing tips to encourage branching, and wipe dust off leaves with a clean, soft cloth. Repot in spring if pot bound. If desired, provide support for grape ivy to climb on and guide its upward progress, or let it trail from a hanging basket.

pests/diseases:

Spider mites, mealybugs, powdery and downy mildews may occur.

controls:

Control spider mites and mealybugs with insecticidal soap or horticultural oil, following label directions. To deter spider mites, mist frequently to increase humidity or place plants on shallow tray filled with moistened pebbles. To control powdery and downy mildews, increase space between plants and thin foliage. Pick off diseased leaves and remove and destroy severely infected plants.

how to sow/plant:

Start with established plants or rooted stem cuttings in well-drained potting mix. If repotting, set plants at same level they grew in previous pot. The soil level should be 1/2 to 1 inch below rim of pot to provide a reservoir when watering.

water and fertilize:

Water when soil surface is dry to the touch, water more sparingly in winter. Feed monthly with a water-soluble houseplant fertilizer, following label directions. Stop feeding in the winter, when the plant is resting, resume in the spring when the days begin the lengthen.

features:

garden uses:

• Climbing
• Indoors

other uses: