English Ivy Variegated

English Ivy Variegated is a versatile evergreen climbing plant with lobed leaves and lush, trailing vines, making it an elegant accent plant. It’s renowned for its air-purifying qualities, making it an excellent choice for indoor spaces. Here are key features and care tips for this low-maintenance plant:

Key Features:

1. Best Air Purifier: English Ivy is recognized by NASA as one of the best air-purifying plants, effectively removing harmful chemicals like benzene, formaldehyde, and xylene from the air.
2. Low Maintenance: Thriving in cold and low light conditions, English Ivy is an easy-to-grow plant with minimal care requirements.

Plant Specifications:

• Common Names: English ivy, common ivy
• Maximum Height: Up to 80 feet
• Flower Colour: Greenish white
• Bloom Time: Summer
• Difficulty Level: Easy to grow

Planting and Care Tips:

1. Sunlight: Keep the plant outdoors in bright light for about 4-5 hours, protecting it from harsh sunlight.
2. Soil: Ensure well-drained and fertile soil for optimal growth.
3. Watering: Water when the topsoil (1-2 inches) feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering, especially in winter and rainy seasons.
4. Fertilization: Feed with organic fertilizer once a month during the main growing season (April – August).
5. Pruning: Prune in spring before new growth starts. Pinch or prune above a leaf using fingers, clippers, or scissors.
6. Re-potting: Re-pot with fresh soil and fertilizer when the plant outgrows its current pot. Do this in the late evening, allowing the plant to adjust.

Plant Protection:

• Remove dead or damaged parts.
• Use neem oil, eucalyptus oil, or citrus oil spray for insect or disease control.

Initial Care:

• Check soil moisture before watering.
• Keep in indirect bright light initially, then move to direct sunlight.
• Avoid immediate re-potting.

Key Requirements for Health:

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Watering: Moderate
• Soil: Well-drained
• Temperature: 10 to 27 degrees Celsius
• Fertilizer: Apply any organic fertilizer

Special Feature:

• Excellent air purifier.

Uses:

• Ornamental: Ideal for containers, hanging baskets, or ground cover.

Incorporate English Ivy into your space for its beauty and air-purifying benefits, enjoying a low-maintenance green companion.