I’ve always been of the opinion that ivy-covered buildings, columns, gates and arbors look more interesting. When covered in vines, a structure seems historic and maybe even a little mysterious. In fact, this plant was one of my first purchases when we moved in to our current home. Years later, a large section of the front of our home is now ivy-covered brick. Although pruning is constantly required to keep it from taking over, I love the way it looks. Following is a glimpse of some other ivy-covered structures. Are you a fan of this look?
Photo sources: 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8.
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I agree – ivy makes everything better! The house I grew up in had ivy on it but my parents ripped it out because they said it can destroy the brick or stone of the building – the roots of the ivy create cracks, causing the brick to wear down more quickly. Have you ever heard of this?
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♥Ella-Excellent point! I was actually advised not to use certain types of vines for this very reason. I had initially wanted to put in wisteria, but was told it can be strong enough to ruin the structures it grows on. Thanks for bringing up this great point. Have a beautiful day!
XO Piper
I asked because I’ve never heard it brought up so I’ve always been slightly suspicious of my parents.. it sounds legit, but maybe it was just one of those little lies you tell kids to smooth things over!
But it’s good to know that there ARE building-safe types of ivy.
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I LOVE this elegant look.
I wanted to plant ivy and my husband was not a fan. Instead I planted a trumpet vine 9 years ago and it did nothing! Four years ago it finally decided to grow up to the roof line and grow across. This year it grew into our storm window in our bedroom. A job for my husband to clean the vine from in between the window…lol I wouldn’t have it any other way. I have views from several windows with gorgeous orange trumpet flowers!
Love your posts Piper!
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♥Diane-The view from your windows sounds very pretty! Plants are so funny – can’t believe it took 5 years for your vine to do much of anything. We have a few shrubs like that. Years after planting they suddenly decide to shoot up. Your poor hubby sounds like he’s got a big project now. lol! Have a beautiful day dear!
XO Piper
YES!! I’m most definitely a fan of ivy-covered buildings and structures!! (the images you’ve collected are such lovely examples).
Aside from the things that you’ve mentioned about the joys of ivy covering, I think what I like most of all is the intermingling of something growing and living (the ivy) with a solid generally unmoving structure (like a building) … I love the contrast!
♥ Tracey – I’d never thought about it like that before, but you are so right…The contrast between the ivy and the surface it covers is gorgeous!
XO Piper
♥ Ella- You’re cracking me up….checking your parents’ story! That is so cute.
XO Piper
I am a fan of this look. You’re absolutely right, it really give the structure, no matter how old it is (or young), an antiquated look. The images you found are beautiful. Right now I’m three years into growing Virginia creeper, climbing roses and ivy on various places at my home and I am now seeing great progress. I love it. I can’ t imagine what it will look like years down the road. Have a wonderful day. =)
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♥Shannon-It sounds like your house is going to be absolutely gorgeous with all those plants!
XO Piper
Oooh, I love these pictures you found! I do love ivy, but I especially love how the purple in the first photo makes everything look like a vertical garden! Oh if only I had a castle or stone cottage to live in!
♥Victoria-I love stone cottages too! So romantic – especially when they are partially ivy-covered.
XO Piper
WOW, how very beautiful! It’s such a magical look!
♥Kristin- So happy you liked it. Have a beautiful day!
XO Piper
I feel like I just took a trip around the world. Thank you for these gorgeous images. xo Mish
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♥Mish Dish-Thanks sweetie!
XO Piper
Yes! I love this look too! So beautiful…
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♥Jamie-So excited to hear there’s so many ivy-fans out there!
XO Piper
Oh yes I’m a huge fan of this look! I’ve always wanted to live in a home covered in ivy. This photo is just gorgeous!
♥Dawn-Thanks dear! I’m the same way – I’d always wanted an ivy-covered home.
XO Piper
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I love Ivy!!!! It makes me feel romantic for some reason!
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♥Monique – I agree, I think ivy is very romantic!
XO Piper
breathtakingly beautiful!
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that’s a yes from me on loving the look of ivy. it’s like the buildings are alive covered in a blanket of green.
♥Daisybabie-I love your description of the buildings being “alive” when covered in ivy!
XO Piper