Is the variegated loquat cold-resistant?
A plant knowledge, introducing the related introduction of variegated loquat for home gardening. Is the variegated loquat cold-resistant? The following editor will give you a detailed answer.
Some flower friends ask how to overwinter the variegated loquat. Speaking of its cold resistance, it is actually quite cold-resistant. However, it depends on the region. In the south of the Yangtze River, it is easy to overwinter outdoors. But for the northern regions of our country, outdoor planting is still not feasible. Indoor cultivation, however, is not a problem.
Although one of the characteristics of the variegated loquat is cold resistance, the regional issue cannot be ignored. As for how to overwinter the variegated loquat, it is actually not difficult. Just slightly reduce watering, increase sunlight, and maintain normal care.
The variegated loquat is suitable for growing in well-drained acidic or neutral soil environments. It has strong vitality, disease resistance, and grows vigorously, similar to the native loquat in China. It also has strong drought resistance, resistance to short-term flooding, and cold resistance. The color changes of its leaves are related to sunlight and growth conditions. Bright colors require good lighting and vigorous growth conditions.
The variegated loquat can be propagated by cutting all year round, with a rooting rate of over 98% in spring and autumn. In summer, cuttings from some overly tender branches are prone to rot, but semi-lignified branches can root and survive.
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