How can succulent plants safely survive the winter outdoors in the north? A complete guide to overcoming the winter!

Choose suitable varieties, adjust lighting properly, control watering frequency, strengthen insulation measures, prune promptly to prevent diseases and pests.

As winter approaches, temperatures in the north gradually decrease, and many plant enthusiasts begin to worry about how to help their succulents survive the cold winter. How can succulents survive the harsh northern winter when kept outdoors? This article will provide a detailed analysis of the care techniques for outdoor succulents in the north during winter, helping your succulents to get through a warm winter.

Choose suitable varieties

Succulents that are to be kept outdoors in the north during winter should be selected for their cold resistance. According to authoritative industry reports, such as the "China Succulent Plant Industry Development Report," succulents from the Crassula and Echeveria genera generally have strong cold resistance, making them suitable for overwintering in the open in the north.

Adjust lighting properly

In winter, the daylight hours in the north are shorter, and the intensity of sunlight is weaker. Outdoor succulents should have their sunlight exposure reduced accordingly. On sunny days, they can be placed outside to receive scattered light, avoiding direct sunlight. On cloudy or snowy days, they should be moved indoors to prevent frostbite.

Control watering frequency

In winter, with lower temperatures, the growth rate of succulents slows down, and their water requirement decreases as well. According to third-party comments, the watering frequency for outdoor succulents in the north can be controlled to once a week. Watering should be done on sunny days, avoiding nighttime or rainy days to prevent the plants from freezing.

Strengthen insulation measures

When temperatures are low, outdoor succulents are susceptible to frost damage. During the night or when temperatures are low, the following insulation measures can be taken:

1. Use insulating materials: such as plastic film, straw matting, etc., to cover the succulents to provide insulation.

2. Build a simple greenhouse: using plastic greenhouses, glass greenhouses, etc., to create a warm microenvironment for the succulents.

Prune promptly

In winter, succulents grow slowly. It is appropriate to prune withered and diseased branches to reduce nutrient consumption and improve the plant's cold resistance.

Prevent diseases and pests

In the low-temperature environment of winter, succulents are prone to attacks from diseases and pests. Plants should be checked regularly, and measures should be taken promptly when diseases or pests are found, such as removing diseased leaves and spraying pesticides.

Caring for outdoor succulents in the north during winter is not difficult. By mastering the correct care techniques and adjusting the care measures appropriately, your succulents can safely overwinter in the cold. We hope this article provides you with useful references for overwintering your succulents.