How to Plant Devil's Ivy Successfully
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Devil's Ivy is a plant commonly seen in our lives. It is a shade-loving plant that prefers scattered light and is relatively tolerant of shade. Moreover, it can be cultivated in both soil and water. Next, we will specifically introduce soil cultivation, water cultivation, and growth habits of Devil's Ivy.
1. Soil Cultivation of Devil's Ivy
You can directly cut a branch of Devil's Ivy for propagation. Then, remove the leaves at the bottom of the branch, and insert one every two nodes. Bury the lower end of the treated branch in the soil, press the soil down with your hands, and choose well-draining, loose, and breathable soil. After watering thoroughly, place it in a location with scattered light for a week before it can be normally maintained. Don't forget to spray some water on the leaves when the weather is dry.
2. Water Cultivation of Devil's Ivy
Water cultivation of Devil's Ivy requires selecting a bottle, with glass bottles being more effective than ceramic ones because they allow us to observe the roots easily. The water used can be either purified water or tap water, but it's best to let tap water sit for one to two days to allow the chlorine to dissipate. The water level in the container should generally be one-third to two-thirds full, and the water should be changed every three to four days. When new roots appear, change the water once a week and you can also add some nutrient solution to supplement the plant's nutrients. Change the water promptly when it becomes cloudy.
3. Growth Habits
When growing Devil's Ivy indoors, it should be placed in a bright location but not exposed to direct sunlight or excessive shade. Too much light can cause sunburn, yellowing, or whitening of the leaves, while too much shade can lead to leggy growth. For normal growth, it should be placed in an environment above 10 degrees Celsius. Below 10 degrees, growth will slow down, leaves may wilt, and below 5 degrees, frost damage may occur. Devil's Ivy requires ample water but should not be waterlogged. The soil should be loose, fertile, and have good water retention and drainage. During maintenance, you can use decayed leaf soil, river sand, or a mixture of peat and perlite for cultivation. Generally, a dilute liquid fertilizer should be applied every ten to fifteen days. Under normal maintenance conditions, the pot should be changed every two to three years.
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