How to care for anthurium in winter so it survives the cold safely?

When it comes to the anthurium, what many flower lovers fear most when growing it is winter. Winter is a real hurdle for the anthurium. In our country, keeping anthurium outdoors in winter is basically a dead end; it can only survive at a minimum tolerated temperature above 10°C, and below 10°C it will freeze to death. So below we will teach you how to care for anthurium in winter, to help all you flower lovers get through the tough season~

1. Temperature

Be sure to keep it indoors and control the room temperature well. Its optimal growing temperature is 18°C-28°C; above 35°C or below 14°C is no good. In winter, if the room temperature is below 14°C, you need to increase the heat. You can use methods such as wrapping it in a plastic bag or turning on the heating to prevent cold damage.

2. Humidity

The anthurium's growing environment needs relatively high air humidity, generally no lower than 50%. A high-temperature, high-humidity environment is more favorable for its growth. In winter, indoor temperatures are relatively high, and we need to maintain the humidity of the plant and leaves, but it should not be too humid either, otherwise at night it will cause cold damage to the plant.

3. Light

Flower lovers who have grown it all know that the anthurium is a tropical plant, but it does not bask in the sun. It grows beneath the rainforest, and is a shade-loving plant, so in winter just place it in a spot indoors with light, and then pay attention to ventilation.

4. Watering method and precautions

When watering, do not water directly. We should first observe whether the anthurium's soil needs watering. If it has cracked or turned white, that means it is short of water. In winter the temperature is relatively low and it is quite cold, so we should not spray water directly onto the leaves, as the plant cannot take it. On rainy days in summer you can skip watering; on sunny days just keep it moist, and you can also decide based on the situation. Use your finger to push aside the soil 1 cm deep; if it is still dry, then you can water.

5. Fertilizing

If you want the anthurium's flowers to bloom more and more abundantly, we need to fertilize it regularly. Anthurium fertilizing is often done together with watering. Generally, a compound fertilizer of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium is chosen for fertilizing. In winter, fertilize once every week or so, and you can buy anthurium-specific fertilizer on the market.

6. Pests and diseases

The anthurium does not have many insect pests; its insect resistance is relatively good. The main thing to watch for is being eaten by snails, moth larvae and aphids. Common diseases include bacterial leaf blight, anthracnose, root rot, and so on. For diseases we can only prevent them, and then regularly spray chemicals for sterilization. You can use mancozeb or carbendazim.

The above is the winter care method for anthurium. In addition, in winter we can put a layer of plastic bag over the top of the anthurium, taking it off during the day to let it breathe and get some light. Also, the anthurium's branches and leaves are poisonous, so you must be careful when touching them. Once you touch them, be sure to deal with it promptly and wash your hands immediately, to avoid accidental ingestion.