Ivy is not wrongly considered a bitchy houseplant. It quickly happens that the leaves wither and fall off or the stems rot. It is usually not worth saving ivy, only with particularly beautiful, multicolored varieties it is a pity if the plant dies. Here's how you can try to save Ivy.
Dried ivy is often beyond saving
Save dried ivy
Most ivy plants are "poured to death" in the truest sense of the word. That's why it doesn't happen that often that ivy really dries up. However, if the soil is really completely dry, there is little hope of saving the ivy.
Place the pot in a bucket of water and wait for the soil to soak up nicely. Drain the water and return the ivy to its usual place.
Prune the plant well and remove any dead leaves. Whether you have succeeded in saving the ivy can be seen when new leaf bases can be seen.
What to do if the ivy has become too damp?
Ivy does not tolerate waterlogging. The soil must be moist, but never get too wet. If you water the ivy too often, the leaves will turn brown and dry up. Sometimes the stems also feel mushy.
Take the ivy out of the pot and see if the roots are already beginning to rot. In this case, you can no longer save the ivy.
If the roots are still firm, pot the ivy in a new pot that you fill with fresh garden soil.
A good location in the room prevents
Ivy must not be watered too much or too little. He likes a spot that is bright but not too sunny. Make sure the humidity is high, especially in winter, to prevent spider mites from appearing.
tips
Ivy is certainly one of the cheapest plants that are offered in every hardware store. If the rescue attempt fails, you can get new plants for little money. You can also try to get some cuttings from friends and grow them.