How to care for Acorus calamus in winter? These methods you need to learn

Acorus calamus is a perennial herbaceous plant often seen along streams or paddy field edges. In our country's traditional culture, Acorus calamus is a spiritual herb that can ward off evil, and during the Dragon Boat Festival it is often placed together with mugwort at the doorstep to ward off evil. Anyone who has grown Acorus calamus at home knows from experience that although it rarely blooms, the whole plant still gives off a fragrance when grown at home, and together with its emerald-green slender leaves, it is very beautiful. So how should Acorus calamus overwinter? Qinnong.com today introduces the winter care methods for Acorus calamus.

Acorus calamus usually grows by the water, and its favorite growing temperature is 20-25°C. When the temperature drops below 10°C it will stop growing. It is relatively intolerant of cold and not tolerant of drought. Even during winter care, you must pay attention to replenishing water in time and appropriately supplement light. Below is a detailed introduction to the winter care requirements for Acorus calamus.

I. Move it indoors

Acorus calamus is not weak in its ability to adapt to cold, but not every place's winter is something it can adapt to. In the north, even if its cold resistance is very good, after all the environment is too cold, so it must be placed indoors. This way Acorus calamus will not get frostbitten. Only then can it safely make it through the entire cold winter.

II. Prune dead leaves

The old leaves of Acorus calamus easily begin to turn yellow and wither in winter. If not pruned in time, the leaves can easily rot. At this time you must not be impatient, and do not pull the leaves off with your hands. You should cut the leaves off, so that the roots of Acorus calamus will not be damaged. It will also not affect the growth of the surrounding leaves.

III. Light

Here you need to know one thing: even a plant that loves coolness cannot go without light for a long time. When slightly warmer weather comes, you can also place Acorus calamus outdoors to absorb sunlight. Even if there is no suitable weather, you should still place it in a relatively bright place at the appropriate time.

IV. Water

Acorus calamus does not like a dry environment. As soon as you notice the soil is a bit dry, you should water it in an appropriate amount. At this time the pot must not retain water either, otherwise the roots will not be able to breathe properly.

Acorus calamus is a plant with strong adaptability, and it also has the effects of repelling mosquitoes and insects, ornamental value, resistance to pollution and medicinal uses. One herb with many uses, placed at home it can also give off a fragrance. Keep a pot by your side often, and your whole life condition will also get better and better.