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- Ivy save - first aid for problems with ivy
- Rescue dried ivy
- What to do if the ivy has become too moist?
- A good location in the room bends forward
- Tips
Dry ivy is often beyond saving
Ivy save - first aid for problems with ivy
Ivy is not wrongly considered a bitchy houseplant. It quickly happens that the leaves dry up and fall off or rot the stems. It is usually not worth saving ivy, only with very beautiful, multicolored varieties it is a pity when the plant comes in. So you can try to save ivy.
Rescue dried ivy
Most ivy plants are literally "poured out". That's why it's not so common for ivy to really dry up. However, if the earth is really completely dry, there is little hope to save the ivy.
Put the pot in a bucket of water and wait until the soil is soaked. Drain the water and bring the ivy to its usual place.
Cut back the plant well and remove any withered leaves. Whether you have managed to save the ivy is shown when you see new leaf approaches.
What to do if the ivy has become too moist?
Ivy does not tolerate waterlogging. The earth must be moist, but never too wet. If you have watered the ivy too often, the leaves will turn brown and dry up. Sometimes the stems also feel muddy.
Take the ivy out of the pot and see if the roots are already starting to rot. In this case, you can not save the ivy anymore.
If the roots are still firm, pot the ivy into a new pot that you fill with fresh garden soil.
A good location in the room bends forward
Ivy can not be poured too much and not too little. He likes a place where it is bright but not too sunny. Especially in winter, ensure high humidity to prevent the appearance of spider mites.
Tips
Ivy is certainly among the cheapest plants that are offered in every hardware store. If the rescue attempt fails, you will get new plants for little money. You can also try to get some cuttings from friends and raise them.