Four Taboos for Flower Cultivation as Winter Approaches
The content of plant experience brought to you today focuses on the cultivation of flowers at home during winter. There are four taboos to consider when winter comes for flower cultivation. Let's introduce them to you.
Firstly, avoid high indoor temperatures. Many flowers enter a dormant or semi-dormant state in winter and require quiet and adequate rest. Whether in the living room or on the balcony, the temperature should be controlled between 4-8℃ (for flowers that need to hibernate) and should not exceed 10℃. High temperatures can trigger physiological activities in flowers, even causing leafy branches to sprout, wasting stored energy, which is extremely disadvantageous for growth the following year. Such flowers include米兰, gardenia, jasmine, orange, plum, fig, pomegranate, grape, hawthorn, quince, iron海棠, apricot, peach, apple, honeysuckle, forsythia, spring orchid, and others.
Secondly, avoid excessive fertilization and watering. When flowers enter the dormant period, their physiological activities almost stop, and they require very little fertilizer and water to maintain life. For flowers that hibernate, no fertilization is needed in winter. Fertilization can not only cause waste but also harm the roots of the flowers.
Thirdly, avoid dry air. During some periods in winter, the weather can be very dry, and a low relative humidity can affect the growth of flowers. Flowers that require a relative humidity of no less than 80% include camellia, azalea, anthurium, orchid, hanging orchid, asparagus, stone arum, and begonia. Flowers that need a relative humidity of 60% include white orchid, hibiscus, fuchsia, cyclamen, jasmine, rubber tree,龟背竹, orchid, smiling face, sea buckthorn, and cacti. When humidity is insufficient,喷水 can be used to solve the problem.
Fourthly, avoid lack of sunlight. Flowers must be placed in a well-lit area with at least 3 hours of sunlight every day to ensure robust growth the following year. Even woody flowers without leaves need sunlight; it is absolutely not advisable to keep them in dark places for extended periods.
The introduction to the four taboos for flower cultivation as winter approaches mentioned above is complete. I hope it brings you help. Don't forget to visit more often for additional knowledge and experience in flower cultivation!