Should I use a large or small pot for ivy?

Should I use a large or small pot for ivy?

Whether to use a small or large pot for ivy depends on the specific size of the plant. Generally, it is very appropriate to use a small pot for ivy that has just been planted or is in the seedling stage. If a large pot is used, the ivy will not absorb enough nutrients for its growth.

Growing environment: Ivy likes a cool environment and has good adaptability to the environment. Generally, it should avoid direct sunlight during the growth period, the temperature should not exceed 30 degrees, and the amount of water should be controlled when watering.

Repotting time: Ivy can be repotted at any node throughout the year, but it is most suitable to plant it in March and April in spring. During this period, the climate is stable and the ivy will recover faster.

Should I use a deep or shallow pot for ivy?

The roots of ivy are not very deep and generally grow shallowly. It is usually more suitable to be planted in shallow pots. If it is maintained in a deep pot, it will be less able to absorb water and in severe cases, water accumulation is likely to occur.

Ivy does not have strict requirements on the material of the flower pot. Plastic pots, clay pots, and terracotta pots can all be used for care and planting, but clay pots are usually more commonly used for planting.

How to repot ivy

1. Remove from the basin

After removing the ivy from the pot, you can use a bamboo stick to remove the soil on the roots of the ivy, but the soil with the capillary roots needs to be left behind. The old roots and long roots can be trimmed off, and the plant can be planted after the wounds heal.

2. Put it in the basin

When planting ivy in a pot, you can put a layer of mesh or a layer of coarse sand at the bottom of the pot. Then fill the pot with soil when planting, water the soil thoroughly, and then slowly maintain it for a period of time before you can maintain it normally.