I want to know how long a potted ivy plant can live, both typically as
well as theoretically (how many years it could live if cared for
properly). Details such as examples of plants that have survived for
decades or more would be helpful but are not required. I am aware that
ivy plants may be cut and the cutting may be used to grow an entirely
new plant, but that isnt what I am looking for. I want to know how
this one specific plant I have in a pot may live if I care for it the
right way. Could it outlive me (I am young)? Thanks in advance!

Hello there

Depending on the variety of ivy and the type and size of container,
your ivy can live hundreds of years.

The oldest known specimens date from the 1550s, more than 450 years
old.
http://www.prospan.de/englisch/site/html/steckbrief_content.asp
Website is "Prospan"

You may also be interested in this website about ivy which has won the
following awards:

"Worst Plant orientated website 2002' by Internet Gardener Magazine

Most out-of-date UK web site 2001' by Inland Waterways and Canal
Enthusiast

Slowest site to download' Horticultural Broadband Monthly October
2002"

Welcome to The East Cheam Ivy Site
http://www.eastcheam.co.uk/ - Where you will learn, among other
things, that some ivy colonies are thousands of years old.

search - google

terms - oldest living ivy, oldest potted ivy, ivy

If I may clarify anything before you rate the answer, please ask.

cheers
digsalot

Thanks... exactly what I was looking for.