Choose the right potted plants to control watering, maintain the right temperature, appropriately increase light, properly fertilize, prune and sculpt to prevent pests and diseases. In winter, the cold climate has put many plants into a dormant period, but the potted plants at home can still remain vibrant. How to keep the potted plants at home healthy in this cold season has become a concern for many flower friends. This article will reveal the maintenance skills of potted plants at home in winter. Let you enjoy the beauty of green in the cold winter. To choose the right potted plants in winter, choosing potted plants with strong cold tolerance is the key, such as cactus, succulents, ivy, etc. These plants are highly adaptable and can maintain good growth even in cold winter. Control watering in winter, when the temperature is low and the water evaporates slowly, so watering should be done in moderation, just once a week. When watering, ensure that the soil is moist, but do not accumulate water. If the leaves are found to be yellow, it may be watering. If you have too much water, the frequency of watering should be reduced immediately. Maintain a suitable temperature in winter, the temperature difference between indoor and outdoor is large, and potted plants are easily affected by cold climate. Place the potted plants in a warm place indoors to avoid direct contact with cold wind. It is advisable to keep the indoor temperature above 15℃. Properly increase the light in winter, when the sun is scarce, the potted plants need more light to replenish energy. Place the potted plants close to the windows to allow the sun to fully shine. If there is insufficient indoor light, you can use plant growth lights to supplement the light. Reasonable fertilization In winter, potted plants grow slowly, and appropriate amount of fertilization should be used. Compound fertilizers with low nitrogen, high phosphorus and potassium can be used once a month. When fertilizing, the fertilizer should be avoided from coming into contact with the leaves to avoid leaf burning. In winter, potted plants grow slowly. This is the best time for pruning and modeling. Cutting off the withered, weak, and crossed branches will help the plants to ventilate and promote the growth of new buds. Prevention of pests and diseases In winter, although there are few pests and diseases, we still need to pay attention to prevention. Regularly inspect potted plants and treat pests and diseases found in a timely manner. Biopesticides or plant essential oils can be used to control them.
It is not difficult to raise the potted plants at home in winter. As long as you master the correct maintenance methods, you can keep the potted plants alive in the cold winter. I hope this article can help you so that you can enjoy the beauty of greenery in the cold winter.
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