- How do you water house ivy correctly?
- When and how often do you fertilize?
- Does house ivy need to be cut?
- When should house ivy be repotted?
- What diseases and pests can occur?
- Is house ivy hardy?
While ivy in the garden is very robust and grows quickly even without care, indoor ivy is a bit more sensitive. So that you can enjoy your ivy as a houseplant for a long time, you should heed a few care tips.
Above all, indoor ivy needs regular watering
How do you water house ivy correctly?
Indoor ivy should never dry out completely, but it also does not tolerate waterlogging. Water whenever the surface of the soil is an inch or two dry.
If you care for the pot on a saucer or in the hanging basket (€11.99), make sure that excess water is poured off immediately. Otherwise waterlogging forms, which can lead to root rot.
In winter, indoor ivy really appreciates it if you increase the humidity by spraying.
When and how often do you fertilize?
From April to August, indoor ivy is supplied with liquid fertilizer at two-week intervals. Better to fertilize less than too much.
Does house ivy need to be cut?
If you don't cut back house ivy regularly, the plant will grow very large. You can always grab the scissors. Ivy tolerates pruning extremely well.
When should house ivy be repotted?
Repot house ivy in fresh soil at least every two years. The best time for repotting is early spring.
What diseases and pests can occur?
- spider mites
- aphids
- root rot
Spider mites and aphids are more common, especially when the humidity is too low.
If the leaves show spots or dry up, you should always check the plant for pest infestation and take countermeasures immediately.
Root rot is noticeable by dying shoots. It occurs when waterlogging has formed on the bottom of the pot. Sometimes the ivy can still be saved by putting it in fresh soil. Before that, cut off all the rotten roots.
Is house ivy hardy?
Potted ivy is only partially hardy, especially since variegated varieties are also grown indoors. Overwinter house ivy at normal temperatures. Don't put it right next to radiators.
tips
While ivy gets by in the garden with very little light, indoor ivy likes it a little brighter. However, it does not tolerate direct light very well. You should protect it from direct midday sun.