With the arrival of winter, many plants begin to enter a dormant period, and potted peace trees are no exception. As long as you master the correct care methods, peace trees can still remain vigorous in winter. This article will introduce you to the care techniques for potted peace trees in winter, helping your green plants survive a warm winter.
LightingIn winter, the light is relatively weak, and potted peace trees need plenty of scattered light. Place the peace tree in a bright indoor area, avoiding direct sunlight. If there is insufficient indoor lighting, you can consider using artificial light sources to supplement the light, but be careful not to overdo the lighting time.
TemperatureThe suitable temperature for peace trees in winter is between 10℃ and 20℃. The indoor temperature should remain relatively stable, avoiding large temperature fluctuations. If the indoor temperature is too low, you can take the following measures:
1. Place the peace tree near the heater, but keep a certain distance to avoid burning the leaves with high temperatures.
2. Use heating devices such as heaters or electric blankets to increase the indoor temperature.
3. Place some hot water bags around the peace tree to increase indoor humidity.
WateringIn winter, the water requirement for peace trees decreases. Watering should follow the principle of "watering when dry and damp when seen". Specific operations are as follows:
1. Observe the soil surface and water when the soil is dry.
2. When watering, make sure to water thoroughly, avoiding just watering the surface.
3. After watering, place the potted plant in a well-ventilated area to avoid waterlogging.
FertilizingIn winter, peace trees grow slowly and their demand for fertilizer decreases. During this period, you can reduce the frequency of fertilization, applying a thin fertilizer every 20-30 days. When fertilizing, attention should be paid to the following points:
1. Choose fertilizers suitable for winter growth, such as compound fertilizers with low nitrogen and high phosphorus and potassium.
2. After fertilizing, water promptly to avoid fertilizer residue.
3. When fertilizing, be careful not to let the fertilizer come into direct contact with the leaves to avoid damage.
PruningWinter is a good time to prune peace trees. When pruning, attention should be paid to the following points:
1. Cut off sick, weak, dry, and dense branches to maintain a beautiful tree shape.
2. After pruning, disinfect the pruning shears with a disinfectant to prevent the spread of pathogens.
3. Apply healing ointment to the pruned wounds promptly to promote healing.
Pest and Disease ControlIn winter, peace trees have fewer pests and diseases, but the following points still need attention:
1. Regularly check the leaves and deal with pests and diseases in a timely manner.
2. Maintain indoor ventilation to reduce the incidence of pests and diseases.
3. If pests or diseases are found, you can use insecticides or fungicides for control.
By caring for these six aspects, your potted peace tree can still remain vigorous in winter. I hope this article can provide help for your green plant care, allowing greenery to accompany you through a warm winter.