How to propagate Ivy
Let me tell you about the content of ivy propagation in flower cultivation. How to propagate ivy? Please see the detailed introduction below.
Ivy is as easy to care for as epipremnum aureum, which has led many flower enthusiasts to consider propagating it. So, how do you propagate ivy? Generally, the most commonly used method is cutting, which is relatively simple and has a high survival rate.
1. Cutting selection, cut about 10 centimeters of healthy branches from the top of the ivy. Cutting the branches does not affect the growth of the mother plant and can even promote branching, producing more new branches.
2. Branch treatment, remove the leaves at the bottom of the cut ivy branches, leaving only 2-4 leaves at the top (as shown in the figure below).
3. Prepare a cutting vessel by making 3-4 holes in the bottom (you can use a disposable cup). The benefits of using a disposable cup are: it holds less soil, allowing for faster wet-dry cycles and preventing the cutting from rotting due to prolonged soil moisture; the transparent cup allows for clear observation of the plant's root development, making it easier to transplant after the roots have developed well; it is convenient to transplant, as you can turn the cup upside down to remove the intact soil block, ensuring the seedling roots are not damaged; and it takes up less space. After making holes in the cup bottom, put in soil with good breathability, sandy soil is fine. Use your finger or a chopstick to make a hole in the center of the cup soil, insert at least one leafless branch into the soil, then fill in the soil and slightly press the soil around the cutting to prevent it from falling over when watering.
4. After watering thoroughly, place it in a bright area without direct sunlight. For the first few days, water every two days. After about a week, gradually reduce the frequency of watering, only watering when the soil is slightly dry, but be careful not to let the soil completely dry out.
5. Under proper management and suitable temperatures, it usually takes about 15-20 days for the roots to grow. Do not rush to transplant after the roots have grown. Let the seedlings continue to grow in the cup for a while. After about a month and a half, the roots have developed well, and you can transplant them to a larger pot.
6. After transplanting the seedlings, water thoroughly and keep them in a place without direct sunlight for 2-3 days to recover, after which they can be exposed to sunlight. Ivy is robust and easy to manage. Under normal conditions, water when the soil is dry, and in winter, keep it indoors and water once every two weeks should be fine.
The above information on how to propagate ivy (cutting version) is provided for green plant enthusiasts to refer to, hoping to solve your problems in green plant and flower management.