With the acceleration of life pace, more and more people are beginning to pay attention to the greening of indoor environment. Ivy, due to its vigorous vitality and easy maintenance, has become the first choice for indoor green plants. This article will introduce you to the indoor breeding methods of ivy in detail, helping you to easily raise healthy and beautiful ivy.
Choose the right ivy variety.Ivy comes in many varieties, and choosing a variety suitable for indoor breeding is crucial. Common indoor breeding varieties include epipremnum aureum, chandeliers, and honeysuckle. These varieties are shade-tolerant, drought-tolerant, grow at a moderate speed, and are suitable for indoor maintenance.
Suitable breeding environment.1. Light: Ivy prefers a semi-shaded environment and avoids direct sunlight. When breeding indoors, the plant can be placed in a place with sufficient scattered light, such as near a window or a bright position in the room.
2. Temperature: The suitable temperature for ivy to grow is between 15-25 degrees Celsius. The temperature in winter should not be lower than 5 degrees Celsius.
3. Humidity: Ivy prefers a humid environment but dislikes waterlogging. It is best to maintain the indoor humidity between 60%-70%.
Soil and fertilization.1. Soil: Ivy is not strict with soil, and it is best to use sandy soil that is loose, breathable, and has good drainage. You can choose to mix leaf mold soil, garden soil, and sandy soil in proportion.
2. Fertilization: Ivy grows vigorously and needs to be fertilized regularly. Apply a compound fertilizer once a month during the growing season, and reduce the frequency of fertilization in winter.
Watering and pruning.1. Watering: Ivy prefers a humid environment but dislikes waterlogging. Watering should be flexible depending on soil moisture and climatic conditions. Generally, keep the soil slightly moist and avoid waterlogging.
2. Pruning: Ivy grows rapidly and needs to be pruned regularly to maintain a beautiful shape. When pruning, you can cut off the withered and yellow leaves, and weak branches to promote more vigorous growth of the plant.
Pest and disease control.Ivy is prone to pest and disease attacks during indoor breeding. Here are some common pests and diseases and their control methods:
1. Leaf spot disease: Leaf spot disease can cause spots and withering of leaves. Control methods: promptly remove diseased leaves, strengthen ventilation, and avoid dense planting.
2. Thrips: Thrips will absorb the sap of the plant, causing the leaves to turn yellow and wither. Control methods: regularly spray insecticides, such as pymetrozine, dinotefuran, etc.
Breeding ivy indoors is not complicated. As long as you master the suitable breeding methods and precautions, you can easily raise healthy and beautiful ivy. I hope this article can provide help for your indoor greening journey.