Michelia, with its elegant flower posture and fresh flower fragrance, is deeply loved by flower friends. The cold climate in winter poses a considerable challenge to the growth of Michelia. This article will introduce in detail the methods for overwintering Michelia, helping flower friends to keep their beloved Michelia safe during the cold winter.
Choose a suitable overwintering environment1. Temperature: The most suitable temperature for Michelia to overwinter is between 5-10℃, and too high or too low temperatures will affect its growth.
2. Light: Choose a place with sufficient light, but avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf sunburn.
3. Humidity: Maintain indoor air humidity between 40%-60%, as too high or too low humidity will affect the growth of Michelia.
Adjust watering frequency1. Michelia's water requirement decreases in winter, so the watering frequency should be reduced accordingly, keeping the soil slightly moist.
2. When watering, avoid splashing water on the leaves to prevent leaf rot.
Pruning and shaping1. Michelia grows slowly in winter, so you can prune the withered and yellow leaves and weak branches appropriately to promote ventilation and light penetration of the plant.
2. After pruning, you can use a gardening scissor to even the wound and apply gardening glue to prevent the invasion of germs.
Fertilizing and nutrition1. Michelia's demand for fertilizer is low in winter, so the fertilizing frequency can be reduced accordingly.
2. Choose a low-nitrogen, high-phosphorus and potassium compound fertilizer, applying once a month to promote plant growth.
Pest and disease control1. Michelia is susceptible to pest and disease infestations in winter, such as red spiders and scale insects.
2. Regularly inspect the plant, and deal with pests and diseases in a timely manner, using insecticides or horticultural oil for prevention and control.
Thermal insulation measures1. The temperature is low in winter, so you can use materials such as cotton blankets and thermal insulation films to insulate Michelia.
2. When placing Michelia indoors, avoid placing it near heat sources like air conditioners and radiators to prevent plant burn.
Precautions1. Michelia should not be moved frequently in winter to avoid affecting its growth.
2. Maintain indoor ventilation and avoid excessive humidity to prevent diseases.
Overwintering Michelia is not difficult, as long as you master the correct maintenance methods, you can keep your beloved Michelia safe during the cold winter. I hope this article can provide useful references for flower friends, allowing your Michelia to bloom more beautiful flowers. According to the "China Flower Market Report," the demand for Michelia in the domestic flower market is increasing year by year. Learning the skills of overwintering Michelia can not only satisfy personal hobbies but also bring more business opportunities to the flower market.