Ivy can also make a gorgeous houseplant, thanks to its trailing vines.
Thankfully, propagating ivy isn’t difficult, and there are a couple ways you might approach it.
Here’s how to propagate ivy successfully.
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Do not wait to propagate in winter, and do not propagate ivy if the plant isnt thriving.
Before Getting Started
The easiest way to propagate ivy is by taking cuttings.
Its important to confirm you clean the tool youre using for the cuttingeither pruning shears or a sharp knife.
Having a sterile blade reduces the risk of bacteria harming your plant and makes your propagation more successful.
For successful ivy propagation, your cut should be four to five inches long from a healthy vine.
This can be done during your regular pruning routine.
Remove the Leaves
Fill a clear container with water.
Trim off any lower leaves from your cutting.
You should not have any leaves submerged when you place the cutting into the water glass.
Too much sun exposure can cause algae to grow in the glass.
Replace the water every two or three days.
This provides nutrients to your cutting and reduces bacteria buildup.
In a few weeks, a new root system will begin growing from your ivy cutting.
Plant the Cutting
Monitor your cutting until the newly grown roots are a few inches long.
Now, its time to plant them where you want your new ivy plant to sprout.
Usewell-draining potting soilfor your garden or pot.
Place the cutting up so the roots are deep into the soil and press the soil neatly around it.
But you may have better results when propagating ivy in water or sand (or a sand-soil mixture).
