What fertilizer is best for ivy

Time to fertilize ivy

Ivy grows vigorously in spring and summer and requires more fertilizer, so you can add fertilizer in time at this time. Fertilize once every 10 days in spring and once every 15 days in summer. Before autumn, apply a thin topdressing of phosphorus and potassium fertilizer to ensure that it has enough nutrients to support growth in autumn and winter. Stop fertilizing in winter.

What fertilizer to use for ivy

When fertilizing ivy, nitrogen fertilizer should be used mainly and potassium fertilizer as a supplement, which can promote the growth of branches, leaves and roots. It is best to choose special fertilizer for ivy rich in nitrogen and potassium or fermented and diluted rice water to allow it to grow vigorously.

Ivy fertilization method

1. Application method : When applying fertilizer, you can directly place the granular fertilizer on the soil surface or dig a hole and put it in, and then dilute it with an appropriate amount of water. However, it is recommended to dilute the fertilizer first, and then pour the fertilizer liquid along the edge of the flower pot. This way the plant absorbs it faster and avoids fertilizer damage.

2. Choose the type of fertilizer : When applying it, you must pay attention to the choice of fertilizer. It is best to choose a nutritionally balanced compound fertilizer. The nitrogen content must not be too high, otherwise the branches and leaves will grow too long, which is not conducive to growth. You can also spray potassium dihydrogen phosphate solution on the leaves to make the leaves greener and more shiny.

3. Fertilization frequency : Also pay attention to the frequency of fertilization. Usually once every 15 days during the growing season is enough. It should not be too frequent, nor should the intervals be too long.

Precautions for fertilizing ivy

When fertilizing ivy, do not use raw fertilizer or concentrated fertilizer, and do not apply fertilizer when it is rainy to avoid fertilizer loss. It is also easy to cause diseases and pests. The base fertilizer used needs to be fully decomposed to avoid burning the roots.