Winter season is difficult for humans, animals as well as plants and trees. Due to cold temperatures, cold winds and less sunlight, the plants start turning brown. Also, excess water and fertilizer during this season can harm the plant. Therefore, there is a need to take more care of the leaves in cold climates.
So today let us talk about the need to take care of indoor and outdoor plants in winter. You will also learn that-
Expert: Rajkumar Kapoor, Gardening Expert, Agra
Question: Why is extra care of plants necessary in winter? Answer- Winter season brings many challenges for plants. Due to less sunlight the growth of plants slows down. Plants have the ability to tolerate fog and cold temperatures only to a limited extent. Some plants cannot tolerate extreme cold. Because of this they start drying up quickly.
Apart from this, due to extreme cold a thin layer of snow accumulates on the plant. Due to this the leaves or plants dry up. This is the reason why leaves should be taken special care in this season.
Question- What kind of care do plants need in winter? Answer- Gardening expert Rajkumar Kapoor says that some things should be kept in mind while taking care of indoor and outdoor plants during the cold season. Understand this from the following graphic-
Let us now talk about the above issues in detail.
water the plant as needed In general, plants require less water in winter because the soil remains moist for longer periods. Watering them every day can cause root rot. This can cause the plant to dry up. Therefore, one should avoid drinking water every day during cold days.
keep plants in shade All plants need sunlight. Without sunlight no plant can survive for long. Therefore, keep indoor plants outside in the sun for some time in winter.
Use only organic fertilizers in plants In any season, instead of chemical fertilizers, only organic fertilizers should be applied to the plants. Most plants require less nutrients during the colder months. Applying fertilizer at this time can cause accumulation of nutrients in the soil, which harms the roots. If the plants have started drying up, apply only organic fertilizers.
clean leaves regularly In winter, when the windows are often closed, dust collects on the leaves of indoor plants. It can block sunlight and reduce photosynthesis. Due to which the plant becomes weak. Therefore it is important to clean the leaves.
protect plants from pests Insects like spider mites, aphids and scale can be more active indoors during the winter months. So check your plants regularly. If insects are seen, spray insecticides.
Question- Which plants need more care in winter? Answer- Rajkumar Kapoor says that in winter, most of the herbal plants including succulents, adenium, petunia, pansy, salvia, basil and plants like tomato, chilli and ringan have to be taken more care. Understand this from the following graphic-
Question- Which plants can be grown at home for oxygen? Answer- Some plants release oxygen 24 hours a day. By applying it the environment of your house can be purified. It not only purifies the air but also makes the house green and beautiful. Understand this from the following graphic-
Question- How much water should be given to the plant in winter? Answer- Check the soil moisture before watering the plants in winter. The plant should be watered only when the soil becomes dry at least two inches deep. In winter, you can water anytime in the morning or evening. While watering the plant, sprinkle some water on the leaves also. It removes germs or dirt.
Question- What temperature is good for plants in winter? Answer- Depends on the species of plant. For most indoor plants, a temperature of 18-25 °C during the day and 10-15 °C at night is ideal. However, some plants cannot withstand temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius.
Question- How can plants be protected in winter? Answer: To protect the plant from insects, make powder of dry lime leaves and sprinkle it on the plant. Apart from this, easily available lemon oil spray and mustard cake powder can be sprinkled on the plants. At the same time, some medicines are also available in the market to protect the plants from seasonal pests. You can also use it as per your need.
Question: How to identify if house plants are deteriorating? answer : Indoor plants suffer more damage in winter or their growth slows down. The biggest sign of plant damage is a change in the color of their leaves. Another sign of the plant drying up due to cold is its leaves becoming weak and breaking. In this situation, if the plant is not taken care of timely, all its leaves will fall.
Apart from this, if the upper part of the stem of the plant has started drying up, it means that it is gradually deteriorating. However, this is natural for some plants in cold climates. When spring comes this plant turns green again.
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