Fiat,
I think a lot of people love Ivies, but don't grow it for that reason (I'm one of them). Not to say it's impossible to grow them, I'm sure there are people who do so successfully. Unfortunately, most houses don't have high enough humidity to keep them at bay, so you have to improvise. I wouldn't recommend misting, as that in itself can create issues (fungus, mold, other problems), but you could try using a humidity tray (I believe those work, there are differing opinions on the effectiveness of those though).
I've purchased two plants this year already that soon after purchase showed signs of spider mites, so I'm having to keep an eye on my plants and I don't even have an Ivy around. Not to mention, neither of the two plants I brought home were Ivies. I guess we have to keep an eye on our plants regardless of what we purchase. Unfortunately some plants are more prone to developing spider mites than others.
Planto
