Desert rose is a plant adapted to the desert environment, but it also requires special care measures in the winter. This article will introduce in detail how to care for desert roses in winter.
1. Maintain soil moisture
When the temperature is low in winter, desert roses do not need too much water, but the soil moisture cannot be too low. Therefore, it is necessary to maintain soil moisture by watering 1-2 times a week.
2. Control the amount of watering
The indoor environment is dry in winter, and desert roses need constant humidification. However, when watering, pay attention to control the amount of water to avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
3. Maintain a suitable temperature
Desert roses need to maintain a suitable temperature in winter. If the temperature is too low, it will affect the normal growth of the plant. Therefore, the room temperature should be controlled above 15°C.
4. Provide sufficient sunlight
When sunlight is sufficient in winter, desert roses should be moved outdoors in a timely manner. Using photosynthesis can enhance the plant's immunity and prevent the leaves from yellowing.
5. Prune in time
When the desert rose stops growing, it needs to be pruned in time. All withered flowers and leaves should be trimmed to avoid affecting the next growth.
6. Strengthen cold protection and warmth preservation
Desert roses need to strengthen cold protection and warmth preservation in winter to maintain a suitable temperature. You can use a greenhouse or plastic bags for covering, and at the same time pay attention to ventilation to avoid moisture retention.
7. Fertilization precautions
Desert roses do not need frequent fertilization in winter. If it is necessary to fertilize, choose a fertilizer with a low nitrogen content.
8. Sealed fresh-keeping bag storage
If your desert rose is potted, you can store it in a sealed fresh-keeping bag in winter. This avoids the impact of cold winds on its normal growth.
Desert roses require special care measures in winter. Maintaining soil moisture, controlling the amount of watering, maintaining a suitable temperature, providing sufficient sunlight, pruning in time, strengthening cold protection and warmth preservation, fertilization precautions, and sealed fresh-keeping bag storage are all aspects we need to pay attention to. Only with adequate care can desert roses grow vigorously in winter.