nice lil video! I recently bought one of these from an antique/thrift store and it was unlabeled as to what type of plant it was. I figured it out and I'm looking forward to propagating it 😁
I just got some starts and potted them up, they are doing ok but recently the leaves look wilted but green. They aren't as thick and robust. Lighting isn't an issue and ive tried less water but still having thinner wimpy leaves..the lighting is in south window(veiled) here in IL..any ideas would be appreciated, i love these plants!!
The cuttings that did best that I highlighted in the video received full sun, next to a window, for at least a few hours a day. They also did better when grown on the dry side. Often very dry, before I would completely hydrate the roots/soil again. If the starts you received were started in water, the transplant shock can take some time. I would try putting some plastic over the tops to keep the humidity high, as they root into the soil. Best of luck.
It’s best to have some moisture in the soil (not waterlogged - find that happy medium) as the cutting is rooting in. I pre-wet my soil before sticking the cutting. Plastic over the top of the pots/cuttings will usually help keep the soil moist for 10-14 days, which is perfect for rooting and provides the humidity needed to prevent your cutting from drying out.
At the terminal or tip. As a general rule for plants, this increases lateral branching. If you do it frequently, it might only be a 1/2” (or could be 4” or more if doing it infrequently). I usually go back to the next set of lateral leaves and cut the stem just above that point.
Yes, there is a variegated species also referred to as Swedish Ivy. There are many different species that have the Swedish Ivy common name. Do a web search for Plectranthus australis variegata. Perhaps that is what you have.
I like how you explained
the process and made it a quick but yet informative video.
nice lil video! I recently bought one of these from an antique/thrift store and it was unlabeled as to what type of plant it was. I figured it out and I'm looking forward to propagating it 😁
My Swedish ivy is from bill and Bob from AA and it’s a cutting I have , back from the first plant 1935 x
Great video! Thank you 🌸
I’m going to try this; thank you!
Hai ,nice video ,thank you.iam from India 😊
Helpful, thanks!
I just got some starts and potted them up, they are doing ok but recently the leaves look wilted but green. They aren't as thick and robust. Lighting isn't an issue and ive tried less water but still having thinner wimpy leaves..the lighting is in south window(veiled) here in IL..any ideas would be appreciated, i love these plants!!
The cuttings that did best that I highlighted in the video received full sun, next to a window, for at least a few hours a day. They also did better when grown on the dry side. Often very dry, before I would completely hydrate the roots/soil again. If the starts you received were started in water, the transplant shock can take some time. I would try putting some plastic over the tops to keep the humidity high, as they root into the soil. Best of luck.
@gardenhike thank you!!
When you propagate it do you allow them to dry out any as cuttings or does the soil stay moist for awhile until they root
It’s best to have some moisture in the soil (not waterlogged - find that happy medium) as the cutting is rooting in. I pre-wet my soil before sticking the cutting. Plastic over the top of the pots/cuttings will usually help keep the soil moist for 10-14 days, which is perfect for rooting and provides the humidity needed to prevent your cutting from drying out.
How long should I keep the plastic covering over my Swedish Ivy?
I suggest about 2 weeks.
@@gardenhike Thanks!
HI there! How do I pinch them to make them really bushy? I'm confused as where to pinch? Thanks!
At the terminal or tip. As a general rule for plants, this increases lateral branching. If you do it frequently, it might only be a 1/2” (or could be 4” or more if doing it infrequently). I usually go back to the next set of lateral leaves and cut the stem just above that point.
@@gardenhike Thank you so much!
My Swiss Ivy is green and white on each leaf. Is it actually Swiss Ivy?
Yes, there is a variegated species also referred to as Swedish Ivy. There are many different species that have the Swedish Ivy common name. Do a web search for Plectranthus australis variegata. Perhaps that is what you have.
That's why I'm here too! Mine is variegated. It smells divine. Cost $15 for a 6 pack (LGB). I'm in the high desert in AZ..we'll see how it fares.