Kathy, oooooh, that English Ivy, it is an invasive, but beautiful plant. I know of nothing that would kill it or even keep it at bay, but I have never tried to rid any area of it (that is because I don't have any growing that I know of). I see Ivy growing on trees in the forests everywhere, it is truly amazing how it can grow all the way up the trees, but honestly, I am glad I don't have it growing here. Maybe Ann will be able to tell you how to keep it at bay. She is pretty good about horticulture stuff. Great day, great life. Cindi