With the arrival of winter, the cold climate in the north makes many flowers, trees enter a dormant period, which does not mean that we cannot enjoy the green and lush atmosphere at home. This article will introduce several potted plants suitable for breeding in the north during winter, helping you to create a warm indoor oasis at home.
Choose the right potted plant varietiesWhen breeding potted plants in the north during winter, the first thing to consider is the cold resistance of the potted plants. The following potted plants are very suitable for breeding in the north during winter:
1. Clematis: Clematis is a kind of flower with strong cold resistance. When breeding indoors in winter, it only needs to maintain a temperature above 0℃.
2. Cyclamen: Cyclamen prefers a warm and humid environment and has good cold resistance. When breeding in winter, indoor temperature should be maintained above 10℃.
3. Succulent plants: Such as succulents, cacti, etc., they have strong adaptability to the cold, and only need to pay attention to proper watering when breeding in winter.
Breeding environment and temperature controlBreeding potted plants indoors in the north during winter, attention should be paid to the following points:
1. Light: Winter sunlight is scarce, so potted plants should be placed in a place with abundant sunlight to make up for the light.
2. Temperature: Maintain indoor temperature above 10℃, and avoid low temperature that causes frostbite to the potted plants.
3. Ventilation: Proper ventilation, maintaining air circulation, helps the growth of potted plants.
Watering and fertilizingBreeding potted plants in the north during winter, watering and fertilizing should pay attention to the following points:
1. Watering: The temperature in winter is low, and the water evaporates slowly. The frequency of watering can be appropriately reduced. When watering, the water temperature should be close to the room temperature to avoid the potted plants from catching cold.
2. Fertilizing: Potted plants grow slowly in winter, and the frequency of fertilizing can be appropriately reduced. Choose fertilizers suitable for winter, such as compound fertilizers with low nitrogen and high phosphorus and potassium.
Pest and disease controlBreeding potted plants indoors in the north during winter has fewer pests and diseases, but the following points still need to be paid attention to:
1. Regular inspection: Regularly check the leaves, stems, and other parts of the potted plants, and deal with pests and diseases in a timely manner.
2. Cleanliness: Keep the breeding environment clean and promptly clean up fallen leaves, withered branches, etc.
Breeding potted plants in the north during winter can not only beautify the home environment but also cultivate one's temperament. By choosing the right potted plant varieties, controlling the breeding environment and temperature, paying attention to watering and fertilizing, and preventing and controlling pests and diseases, I believe you will be able to create a warm indoor oasis at home.
References:
[1] "Technology of Indoor Plant Breeding in the North in Winter", China Agricultural Publishing House, 2019.
[2] "Manual of Indoor Plant Breeding at Home", Shanghai Science and Technology Publishing House, 2018.