When is the best time to plant creeper?

Ivy, also known as false vine , creeper, etc., often climbs on walls or rocks and can be used to green the walls of houses. So when is the best time to plant creeper? Let’s learn more about it below.

When is the best time to plant creeper?

Parthenocissus tricuspidata is native to my country, has strong adaptability, prefers shady and humid environment, and is resistant to cold, drought, and barrenness. Ivy is usually planted between April and May in spring, or between September and October in autumn. It grows fast and is easy to survive if planted at this time.

How to plant creeper

1. Soil

Ivy is not very demanding on soil. It can thrive in shady and humid environments or sunny places, but it grows best in shady, moist and fertile soil.

2. Planting

You can use 1-2 year old seedlings to plant creepers, and they should be planted at least 50 cm away from the wall to increase the root nutrition area and protect the wall foundation. When digging planting holes, please note that the backfill soil usually contains bricks, stones, ash and other construction waste. When digging the hole, you must replace it with good soil, fill it with fertile soil and add fertilizer .

3. Post-planting management

When the ivy sprouts and grows after being planted, pay attention to leading the branches as much as possible to the wall, rockery or ancient tree, so that the ivy can be attached to it as soon as possible. Plant it on the staircase wall or courtyard wall of the house, and the distance between them can be 2 meters. If it is too sparse, the effect will be slow, and if it is too dense, it will be too crowded.

4. Water and fertilizer management

During the growing period, liquid fertilizer can be applied 2-3 times to creeper. And weed and loosen the soil frequently to prevent weeds from affecting its growth and promote its healthy growth. If you provide shade and water the plant in summer and autumn, new branches will grow quickly.

5. Pruning

Ivy is resistant to pruning. During its growth process, the branches and vines at the doors and windows can be pruned and trimmed according to the situation to keep it clean, beautiful and convenient.

That’s it