Karen Delahay
18.11.2023 - 00:47 / gardenerspath.com
How to Propagate Ivy from Cuttings
Ivy (Hedera spp.) makes an awesome houseplant. Its trailing vines are an attractive addition to any indoor space and it’s a pretty easy plant to grow.
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In our guide to growing English ivy (Hedera helix), we discuss how to cultivate these plants in your home.
In this article, we’ll talk about propagation.
Propagating ivy from cuttings is an easy method to produce more plants. There are two ways you can do this – by rooting in medium or in water.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
Getting StartedBefore you take your cuttings and get started on this project, you’ll need to gather your supplies.
You’ll need:
Once your cuttings have taken root, you’ll also need potting soil and a container to transplant your new plants into.
Rooting in MediaRooting in media is the preferred method of propagating cuttings since it is more likely to succeed than rooting in water.
Start by preparing your propagation container and rooting medium. Choose a pot or propagation tray that will fit the desired
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