English Ivy (mini)

No. English Ivy (mini) (Hedera helix) needs airflow and drier air between waterings, so a sealed, humid jar will cause it to rot. Grow it in an open terrarium instead.

Yes. English Ivy (mini) (Hedera helix) is well suited to an open, unsealed terrarium where air moves freely and excess moisture can escape — exactly the conditions it prefers.

English Ivy (mini) suits a medium terrarium — bowls & mid-size. It has a trailing growth habit, so plan its position with that in mind and trim or divide it if it starts to outgrow the glass.

English Ivy (mini) is rated easy to care for in a terrarium. Classic trailing vine. Prefers airflow — in a sealed jar it can rot, so keep it to open setups. In a sealed, humid jar it rots and develops mildew, so keep it to open setups only. Trim regularly, as it climbs and spreads aggressively.

English Ivy (mini) does best in medium to bright indirect light. Keep it out of direct sun, which magnifies through glass and scorches leaves. Strictly an open-terrarium plant: give it medium to bright indirect light and let the classic vine trail. Good airflow around it is essential.

English ivy (Hedera helix) is toxic to cats and dogs: its saponins cause vomiting, drooling and abdominal pain, with the leaves more toxic than the berries. Keep it well out of reach in a pet household.