How Does Aglaia odorata Get Through Winter? Detailed Winter Care Methods

Aglaia odorata is an evergreen shrub or small tree of the genus Aglaia in the Meliaceae family. Its flowers are very small, about 2 mm in diameter, yellow in color, with a very strong fragrance and a very long flowering period, and many people want to grow one. So, how does Aglaia odorata get through winter?

1. Improve cold resistance

Aglaia odorata itself has poor cold resistance. If you want it to get through winter safely, you need to improve its cold resistance. After autumn begins, stop fertilizing, especially with nitrogen fertilizer; of course, you can apply a moderate amount of phosphorus and potassium fertilizer. At the same time, control watering and keep the potting soil on the dry side, so that the branches and leaves grow more vigorously.

2. Move it indoors

Aglaia odorata likes a warm climate and is afraid of cold. It is very sensitive to low temperatures, and even a very short period of subzero low temperature can cause the entire plant to die; when the temperature reaches around 16°C, the plant sprouts new branches, but growth is slow and it cannot form flower spikes. In winter, when the temperature is low, you can move Aglaia odorata indoors and keep the temperature between 10-12°C. The indoor temperature throughout winter should not fluctuate too much, so as not to affect the plant's dormancy. The room temperature should not exceed 15°C, so that the plant will not sprout new buds and consume nutrients.

3. Place it in a sunny spot

Aglaia odorata likes sunlight. In winter, place it in a sunny spot indoors, but do not place it in a draughty spot, so that cold wind does not blow on the plant.

4. Water appropriately

In winter, Aglaia odorata is in a dormant or semi-dormant state, so it should be watered appropriately. Do not let the potting soil become too dry or too wet, do not wait until the potting soil is completely dry before watering, and do not water heavily. If the leaf surface is covered with dust, it will hinder photosynthesis and cause the leaves to turn yellow and fall off. You can spray water close to room temperature about once every ten days to clean the leaves.

5. Move it outdoors at the right time

When the spring climate is not yet stable, do not rush to move the flowerpot outdoors. If the climate has stabilized, you can open the windows around noon for ventilation, letting the plant adapt in advance to the outdoor environment, and then move it outdoors after a few days. If strong winds or a cold wave suddenly occur, move it back indoors promptly.