Woodlands web updates (2)
by The blog at woodlands.co.uk, 3 January, 2021, 2 comments
Holly and ivy have seasonal connotations, and due to climate change they are probably looking quite lush and vigorous at present. Studies have shown that in recent times, holly has spread further north in Europe than ever before - ‘pushing forward’ by some eighty miles since the 1960’s. Ivy too is on the move, growing vigourously. However with both plants, their growth can come as a threat to other woodland species, smothering some (Ivy can grow to great heights using its tiny adventitious roots) or when growing horizontally it can affect the herb layer.
https://www.theguardian.com/science/2020/dec/16/plantwatch-holly-ivy-and-how-warmer-weather-boosts-christmas-plants Read more...
