Will Goldfish Plant Die in Winter? A Full Guide to Winter Care Methods

1. Too low a room temperature can kill it

The goldfish plant originally grows in tropical regions and naturally likes a warmer environment, but in winter, if the temperature stays below 10 degrees for more than two days, its leaves will turn yellow, then slowly fall off, and finally it will die.

2. Too much water can kill it

Death caused by too much water is relatively uncommon, but it does happen. In winter, the goldfish plant enters a short dormant state; if it is still watered heavily at this time, and with poor air circulation indoors in winter, its roots cannot breathe for a long time and will rot, and if not handled properly, it will also die.

But after it wakes up, it needs sufficient water to sustain its blooming. So this requires carefully observing the plant's changes when deciding whether to water.

3. Winter care precautions

The normal growing temperature for the goldfish plant is between 18 degrees and 26 degrees, and in winter it must be kept above 15 degrees to survive the winter safely. The south is a bit better, but winter temperatures in the north are very low; when the outdoor temperature drops below 15 degrees, it is best to move it indoors, and do not wait until the temperature drops to 10 degrees before thinking of moving it indoors.

Many plants enter dormancy in winter, and at this time the plants' need for water also decreases, and this plant has a short dormancy in winter; many friends directly ignore this dormancy, and since its flowering period is in winter, they water heavily, causing the plant's roots to stay wet for a long time and rot. At this time, just keep the potting soil slightly moist.