How to grow Ivy to keep it evergreen all year round: Detailed explanation of Ivy maintenance methods and precautions.
How to care for ivy to keep it green all year roundThis article introduces how to care for ivy to keep it green all year round and provides a detailed explanation of ivy maintenance methods and precautions in the field of green plants and flowers. Next, the editor will introduce to everyone.Caring for flowers can be addictive. Seeing beautiful flowers and plants makes you want to take them home. Over time, you'll find that there is no free space left in your home. Today, the editor recommends a type of hanging plant that is beautiful, easy to care for, and saves space—ivy. Keeping several pots at home can grow into "green curtains," graceful and elegant!I. What is ivy?Ivy, also known as evergreen ivy and English ivy, is a species of evergreen shrub in the Araliaceae family with strong climbing ability. There are many horticultural varieties, with diverse leaf shapes and colors. The entire plant is beautiful and elegant, with leathery leaves that are green and lush, and its variegated leaf varieties are adorned with distinctive patterns, making the foliage fresh, elegant, and vibrant all year round, making it a popular indoor foliage plant.II. The habits of ivyIvy is native to regions such as Shaanxi and Gansu in China. It is tenacious, adaptable, prefers a warm and humid environment, enjoys sunlight but also tolerates shade, and thrives at temperatures between 20-25 degrees Celsius. It dislikes strong sunlight and high temperatures, with some varieties being somewhat cold-tolerant, capable of withstanding short periods of temperatures as low as -7 to -8 degrees Celsius. Ivy prefers loose, fertile soil rich in humus and well-drained, with potted ivy usually being repotted every 1-2 years, preferably in spring or autumn.III. The value of ivyIvy not only has ornamental value but also has a strong ability to purify the air. It is considered the most effective plant for absorbing formaldehyde. Research shows that one square meter of ivy leaves can absorb 1.48 milligrams of formaldehyde. It can also absorb harmful substances such as carbon monoxide, toluene, benzene, and nicotine, as well as particulates in the air, effectively freshening the air and improving indoor air quality, earning the reputation of an "ion air purifier."How to care for ivy to keep it green all year roundIn a 10-square-meter room, placing 2-3 pots of ivy can clean up to 60% of the mold and 58% of the exhaust gases in the air within a few hours, demonstrating significant purification capabilities. It is very suitable for placing in newly decorated rooms. Keeping several pots at home not only looks graceful and elegant but also provides fresh air for the family, which is beneficial to health.IV. How to care for it in winter?Ivy is beautiful and easy to care for. Keeping several pots can grow into "green curtains," fresh and pleasing to the eye. It has a robust nature and is highly adaptable to the environment, with relatively relaxed management. To care for it in winter, you only need to pay attention to the following points:1. Keep warm and prevent frostbite:Ivy prefers a warm winter and cool summer climate. Although some varieties can tolerate short periods of low temperatures, long-term care in an environment below zero degrees Celsius can hinder its growth and easily cause frost damage. Therefore, when caring for it in winter, it is important to keep it warm and prevent frostbite, moving it to a warm indoor environment in time and trying to maintain the room temperature at 5-10 degrees Celsius or above.