Small leaf ivy varieties include the Golden Curl, Parsley Crested, and Spanish Canary. Make sure you know what kind of ivy you’re planting beforehand so you know what you’re getting into. Look up the leaves online to identify an ivy plant. English and Boston ivy have larger leaves and spread very quickly.

You can also purchase cuttings with well-established roots from a garden center, home improvement store, or nursery for convenience.

The tip, or end of an ivy plant, is generally the best place to take a cutting from, but make sure it’s still flexible. You can also use a sharp pair of scissors or pruners to cut the ivy.

Make sure the room temperature is between 60–80 °F (16–27 °C). Use a clear glass so you can see the roots when they start to form.

Avoid moving or disturbing the cuttings so they can produce their roots. The ivy cuttings can survive in the glass of water for several weeks so you can plant them whenever you’re ready.

Design a flower pot that accentuates your ivy plant and adds to the look and style of your room. Decorate your own flower pot to add a bit of lively flair to your ivy plant.

Lightly pat the soil to compact it down a little bit.

The holes should be wide enough to fit the stem of your ivy cuttings.

Check the packaging to make sure you follow the application process correctly. You can find cutting powder at garden supply stores and online.

You can plant as many cuttings as you want, just make sure there’s enough room between them so they can grow.

Be careful not to knock over or flood the cuttings out of the soil. Pour the water in short increments and allow it to soak through the soil before you add more.

The cuttings can take up to 6 weeks for the roots to take hold and the ivy to start really growing. If you live in a cold location, make sure the ivy is kept warm as well.

Dry patches of dirt indicate that the soil is dry and won’t be suitable for planting.

Some species of ivy do perfectly fine in bright sun, as well. Research the species of ivy that you’re planting to choose the best planting environment.

The ivy plants will eventually grow and blend together to form 1 large group, but the cuttings need their own space to adjust to the soil.

Use your hands to pat the dirt around the plant so it’s more compressed and the ivy is held securely.

Be careful not to dump the water and knock the plants over or flood them out of their holes.