Some gardeners grow these plants in hanging baskets, letting them cascade over the sides. A very easy plant to maintain that also adds a splash of colour to your space. There are several varieties of ivy to choose from.
Soil
Ivy has the ability to grow in a wide range of soil conditions. Indoors, ivy does best in a potting mix that is loose and well drained.
Fertilizer
Feed your ivy every 2 weeks during the spring and summer months, using a 20-20-20 fertilizer (or -2-2-2 organic formula). Do not fertilize if the plant is in a very hot, very cold, or very dry soil, or when leaf production has stopped.
Growth
Ivy is a very vigorous grower. Small ivy plants can be repotted once a year.
Light
Grows well in part shade to full shade.
Water
Always check the soil before adding water. Ivy prefers to be kept moist but not soggy, allowing the soil to dry slightly to the touch in between waterings. Ivy should not be kept in standing water.
