Is Ivy suitable for the bathroom?

Ivy (Hedera helix) is a very easy-care and robust houseplant. Due to its beautiful leaf shape and hanging growth form, it has become a popular plant for greening walls in gardens in recent decades. More and more often, the climbing plant is also kept as a houseplant. But is Ivy also suitable for the conditions in the bathroom? Frequent changes, generally high humidity, and drafts are not for every plant. Not all plants can cope equally well with often sparse light in bathrooms with small windows or bathrooms entirely without windows.

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Ivy in a wicker basket
A beautifully grown Ivy

Reasons why Ivy is suitable for the bathroom:

  • Ivy comes from native forests and grows on the trunks of large trees. For this reason, it does not require much light and is generally suitable for both bathrooms and bathrooms without windows or with very little sunlight.
  • Another place where Ivy grows in nature is cold, damp stone walls. Because of its origin, the climbing plant is also well accustomed to the high humidity in the bathroom.
  • Due to its low space requirements and the different furnishing options, Ivy is suitable for bathrooms. It can be placed excellently on bathroom cabinets, from which it hangs down. But also in dark corners, the plant gives your bathroom a certain green touch.
Ivy in a square dish, which is well suited for the bathroom
Ivy in a square dish, which is well suited for the bathroom

What to consider when keeping Ivy in bathrooms without light

Unfortunately, even Ivy cannot remain healthy and grow without any light source. However, it requires so little light that it may be able to survive even in bathrooms without windows. This can be the case, for example, if the bathroom door is frequently open, allowing sunlight to enter the bathroom. If this is not the case in your home, you need to provide additional light for the Ivy using a plant lamp. This generates the light that your plants need to thrive.

Care tips for Ivy in the bathroom

Ivy is a very easy-care houseplant. For this reason, you don't have to pay much attention even when keeping it in the bathroom.

Watering Ivy in the bathroom

When watering, you should only ensure that you do not water the Ivy too much. Waterlogging can cause root rot, leading to the plant's demise. Due to Ivy's leaves beginning directly above the soil, there is also a risk of mold formation on the substrate's surface. Ensure that the soil's surface dries out to avoid mold.

Conclusion: Is Ivy suitable for the bathroom?

Ivy is very easy to care for and, therefore, feels comfortable in bathrooms and bathrooms without windows. The only thing to consider is not to overwater the Ivy.

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