Pruning is very important for ivy. Because it grows very fast, its branches often grow very long and disorderly. If it is not trimmed for a long time, it will take up a lot of space. If it is pasted on the wall, it will be very messy, affecting the beauty. Moreover, proper pruning will promote its growth. Moreover, relatively speaking, it is more resistant to trimming, so you don't have to worry about trimming to damage it
In terms of seasons, spring is the best choice. This time and temperature is suitable, and it is also convenient for plant recovery after pruning. No matter what kind of pruning method, it is usually carried out at this stage. It's better not in summer, especially when the temperature is higher than 30 ℃. Specifically, it's better on a sunny morning, not on rainy or cloudy days.
1. Diseased and weak branches: the first task of pruning ivy is to prune all diseased and weak branches. These branches will consume nutrition, can't stay
2. Short cut branches: some of the branches of ivy grow very long, which will take up a lot of space. If they are cultured at home, it will cause a lot of inconvenience, and it will also affect the viewing. For them, cut them short.
3. Pluck the heart: if you don't pluck the heart, the plant may grow crazily. According to the specific situation, some plants need to be plucked three or four times a year.