How often should I water my ivy?

How often should I water my ivy?

Ivy is a foliage plant that likes warm and humid weather. The plant has a high demand for water. Usually, you just need to water it according to the dryness and wetness of the soil in the pot. Follow the principle of watering when the soil is dry and wet.

Ivy likes moisture, and the plant must not be allowed to lack water during maintenance, but the specific amount of watering needs to be determined according to seasonal changes.

1. Watering in spring

Spring is the peak growth period for ivy, and it requires a lot of water, so it needs to be watered sufficiently. Generally, it needs to be watered once every 1-2 days.

2. Watering in summer

In the summer, the environment is very hot and the transpiration effect will be enhanced. Generally, watering is required every day, and water should be sprayed around frequently to maintain humidity.

3. Watering in autumn

Autumn is the late stage of ivy's growth, and the temperature has gradually dropped. At this time, you only need to water the ivy once every 2-3 days. After entering late autumn, you can reduce the amount of watering appropriately.

4. Watering in winter

Ivy enters a dormant period in winter and grows very slowly. It usually only needs to be watered once a week. Also, be careful not to let the water temperature be too low.

What kind of water is good for ivy?

There are many types of water suitable for watering ivy, among which rainwater and snow water are the best. If tap water is used, it needs to be left for 2-3 days before use, because tap water is hard water and contains more salts. Long-term use will cause brown spots on the leaves of ivy.