How to propagate ivy by cuttings

1. Cutting time

The timing of ivy cuttings mainly depends on whether the temperature is suitable. It is generally carried out in spring and autumn, specifically from April to May and from August to September, and the chance of survival is higher.

2. Preparation for cuttings

1. Cuttings: Choose branches that are about 30 cm long from the top. Check carefully to see if there are any insects on them. Choose branches that are completely free of insects. Then, cut it into small pieces of about eight to nine centimeters in length (be careful to use scissors, not your hands, otherwise you will hurt the tissue at the wound). Cut off the bottom leaves, leaving two to four leaves at the top.

2. Substrate: The substrate should be breathable, such as sand.

3. Container: You can use disposable plastic cups, which have many advantages. It can hold less substrate, dries out quickly, and will not cause the cuttings to rot due to overwatering. Moreover, it is easy to transplant. Just turn it over and knock out the plant.

3. Take cuttings

After the preparation work is done, put the substrate into the cup, then poke holes with chopsticks or other tools, insert the cuttings, fill in a layer of substrate, and compact the soil. Place it in a place without direct sunlight and water it once every two days within a week. After a week, reduce the frequency of watering. New roots will grow in about half a month to twenty days.