How to care for camellias in winter
Let's talk about how to care for camellias in winter and the related knowledge of camellia planting methods and maintenance throughout the four seasons. Next, the editor will introduce to the netizens.
Camellias are very popular among flower enthusiasts. Now they are in the stage of growing flower buds. As long as they are properly cared for, they can bloom early. It takes several months for camellias to go from孕育 flower buds to normal blooming, which is a long time. Many flower enthusiasts may encounter problems with the flower buds of their camellias. Especially when caring for camellias in winter, if some care details are not mastered, it may cause the flower buds to fall off. Let's find out how to care for camellias in winter.
One, prevent frostbite in winter
Camellias have a certain cold resistance and can survive in sub-zero temperatures for a short period without being frostbitten. However, over time, the leaves and flower buds can be easily frostbitten, causing the flower buds to fall off. Therefore, it is also necessary to pay attention to this in winter care, especially for camellias in northern regions, it is best to move them to a warmer indoor environment for care.
Two, do not fertilize when it's cold
Many flower enthusiasts often ask whether camellias can be fertilized in winter. This also depends on the situation. If the maintenance environment temperature is relatively high and winter does not affect plant growth, you can appropriately apply some phosphorus and potassium liquid fertilizer to it, and the fertilizer should be mainly phosphorus and potassium fertilizers. Do not apply too much nitrogen fertilizer, otherwise it may cause the flower buds to fall off.
If the winter maintenance environment temperature is relatively low, below 10°C, do not apply fertilizer to it. At this time, the plant has stopped growing and does not require much nutrients. Excessive fertilization can cause root burning and bud dropping.
How to care for camellias in winter
Three, avoid moist potting soil
In the stage of camellias growing flower buds to blooming, many of them have dropped a large number of flower buds due to improper watering, which prevents normal blooming during the flowering period. Although camellias prefer a relatively humid environment, they are afraid of waterlogging. If the potting soil is too moist for a long time or there is waterlogging, it can easily cause root rot. After the roots rot, the flower buds do not receive nutrient supplements and will fall off.
Therefore, watering is very critical during the camellia's flower bud stage. If not handled properly, there may be no flowers to enjoy during the flowering period. Winter watering should not be too frequent; wait until the potting soil is dry before watering, to prevent waterlogging. When the air environment is too dry, you can use clean water to spray the surrounding ground to increase air humidity.
Four, maintain sufficient sunlight
Camellias are semi-shaded plants and are afraid of direct sunlight. If they are carelessly placed outside in summer, they can easily be sunburned by strong sunlight, causing the leaves to dry. However, camellias need sunlight to grow and bloom. Normally, they should be placed in a bright environment and allowed to receive some scattered light.
In winter, with low temperatures and weak sunlight, and it being the stage for camellias to grow flower buds, you can directly place them in the sun, allowing them to get more sunlight, maintain sufficient sunlight, and promote faster blooming of the plant.
In winter, camellias are in the stage of growing flower buds. As long as they are placed in a warm environment and proper care management of water and fertilizer and sunlight is carried out, the plants can safely survive the winter and bloom earlier in spring.
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