Don't let the aloe freeze in winter
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For potted aloe in winter, the temperature requirement is relatively strict. The lower the temperature, the greater the harm to the aloe. Therefore, special护理 measures must be taken in winter to prevent the aloe from freezing.
I. Keep warm. For potted aloe in winter, the temperature requirement is relatively strict. At 5°C, its growth is stagnant, and the lower the temperature, the greater the harm to the aloe. Therefore, if the winter is not too cold or there is heating indoors, the potted aloe can be moved indoors for wintering directly. If the temperature cannot be guaranteed above 5°C, measures should be taken to keep warm. A rectangular pit can be dug, the potted aloe can be placed in the pit, a bamboo frame can be placed on top, and double-layered plastic film can be used to seal it. If the temperature is too low at night, it can be covered with a cotton quilt or straw mat, and the film should be opened for ventilation at noon.
II. Watering. The soil of the potted aloe should be kept dry, watering once every 15-20 days, and the watering frequency can be reduced or stopped when it's cold. If the indoor air is dry, the leaves can be sprayed with water, which can not only remove dust from the leaves but also reduce the evaporation of water from the leaves, helping to keep the leaves green and fresh.
III. Top-dressing. In addition to the rational application of organic fertilizers, potted aloe should also be top-dressed in time. In winter, top-dress once every 40-50 days. Usually, a urea solution with a concentration not exceeding 2% is used for watering, and the concentration of foliar fertilizer should not exceed 0.1%.
IV. Lighting. In winter, it is best to let the aloe get more sunlight, usually placing the aloe in a wind-sheltered, sunny spot or on a south-facing balcony. Generally, it should be moved out after 9 am and moved into the room before 3 pm. In addition, a transparent plastic bag can also be placed over the plant, which will not affect sunlight but can increase temperature and humidity. The method of using a plastic bag is to make an arch-shaped support with wire around the edge of the pot, put on the plastic bag, and wrap the aloe and pot together. When the room temperature rises, the plastic bag should be removed in time. This method is simple, but it also has a good effect on insulating and overwintering, although the bag cannot be left on for too long, otherwise, the temperature inside the bag will rise with sunlight, and it will not be ventilated, which can damage the aloe.
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