How Do You Grow An Ivy Topiary?
Growing an ivy topiary is a unique way to expand your gardening skills and create a whimsical houseplant. The word topiary describes the process of training a plant to grow over a frame, resulting in a three-dimensional structure. Topiaries are sometimes used as centerpieces, or as festive holiday decorations. Materials necessary for growing a topiary can be purchased at a local garden center or drug store, and the project steps are simple, making this an easy and fun idea for adults and children. Scoop potting soil into the pot until it is half full. Plant the English Ivy, covering the roots with 1 to 2 inches of soil. If necessary, untangle the tendrils of the plant and spread around the pot. Insert the topiary frame. Press the wire firmly into the soil and continue adding soil until the frame stands on its own. Pack the soil around each leg of the frame. Wiggle the frame to make sure it is stable. If it is not stable, add more soil and pack firmly. If you choose to design a handmade
