English Ivy (Hedera) Wilting After Repotting: Root Rot Rescue

Three Mistakes

1. Overpotted: Ivies need tight pots. Large pot = wet soil = root rot.
2. Rocks in bottom: Myth. Drainage layer creates perched water table. Use perlite in the mix.
3. Low light + frequent water: North window with shades closed + twice weekly = soggy roots.

Triage

1. Unpot. Remove loose soil.
2. Check roots: firm/light = hope. Mushy/dark = discard.
3. If healthy roots exist: repot in smallest possible pot with peat+perlite.
4. Open shades. Move to brighter window (some direct sun ok).
5. Water only when top ½ inch dry.

Prognosis

If roots are rotted, start over with cuttings. Ivies root easily in water.