In article , Ron
writes

Thanks for the replies so far but I do not think that any of the methods
described to get rid of the ivy "infection" in my privet are practicable.

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I thought of using SBK but note that the instructions say mix it with
parafin and dilute with water before applying to ivy As parafin is likely
to kill the privet, does anyone know of some other way of killing the ivy
without killing the privet?

I bought some "ivy killer" in a spray bottle at the garden centre. I'm
very sensitive to ivy, so get rid of it where I can, despite it being
good for the bees. I have yet to try the product, but will let you know
the results once I've tried it.

John
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John Rouse