| The front of my brick home is very plain and faces eastward. I would like to liven it up by planting a climbing perennial. I've recently heard that a study showed that ivies are no longer considered a threat to the brick and mortar. Is that true? |
| Yes, research has shown that ivies and peennial vines that cling to brick or wood with sticky pads do not cause damage. In some cases dampness can be a problem, especially with wood siding, if the vine holds a good deal of moisture against the wall. Since your exposure is east, the morning sun should dry things out enough to prevent problems. |
