How should watering times for flowers in winter be arranged more reasonably?
Many flowers need less watering in winter, and many flower lovers cannot get the timing of winter watering right. This article briefly introduces the timing of watering flowers in winter, for the reference of flower lovers.
First, flower lovers should know not to water flowers too much in winter, because water evaporation is low in winter, and in addition, flowers and plants stop growing under low-temperature conditions, especially as root activity declines. Too much water makes the roots breathe poorly, very easily causing root disease and even root rot and death. One of my cyclamens (Cyclamen) developed yellow leaves, stem rot and other problems precisely because it was watered too much.
Now that we know to water less in winter, when exactly should we water? Flower lovers in the south and the north face different situations, and the situation also differs between indoors with heating and without heating, so flower lovers must water their flowers according to their own actual situation, and must never water every few days just because an article online says to water every few days; that is a very bad idea. Let us first talk about flower lovers in the north. Because the north has heating, many plants can still grow well in winter, and because northern interiors are dry in winter, the moisture in the potting soil also evaporates relatively quickly, so when watering, flower lovers need to consider several aspects. First, the depth of the pot. Some flower lovers have large potted plants with relatively deep pots; such flowers should be watered at longer intervals, because the bottom is hard to dry out, meaning the plant is not short of water, and spraying the leaves with water normally is enough. It should be said here that when a plant lacks water, supplying water can restore it quickly, but once water accumulates, it is very hard to save. The second situation is small potted plants in shallow pots; in this case, watering in the north can be a bit more free, because the potting soil moisture evaporates quickly. Click to view: How should flowers be watered when indoor temperatures are low in winter
As for flower lovers in the south, because southern humidity is high and the weather is cold, when watering flowers you must control your hand, especially with large potted plants; small potted plants should also be watered less. Flower lovers can try watering once a month, or water after seeing that the soil has dried, and need not worry that the plant will dry to death.
Note: In fact, whether in the south or the north, flower lovers should first understand that controlling water for flowers in winter is very important; second, watering should depend on the soil, not on the time. If there are other questions, flower lovers can post on the Yuhuagu forum for advice.
Watering times for flowers in winter
Many flowers need less watering in winter, and many flower lovers cannot get the timing of winter watering right. This article briefly introduces the timing of watering flowers in winter, for the reference of flower lovers.First, flower lovers should know not to water flowers too much in winter, because water evaporation is low in winter, and in addition, flowers and plants stop growing under low-temperature conditions, especially as root activity declines. Too much water makes the roots breathe poorly, very easily causing root disease and even root rot and death. One of my cyclamens (Cyclamen) developed yellow leaves, stem rot and other problems precisely because it was watered too much.
Now that we know to water less in winter, when exactly should we water? Flower lovers in the south and the north face different situations, and the situation also differs between indoors with heating and without heating, so flower lovers must water their flowers according to their own actual situation, and must never water every few days just because an article online says to water every few days; that is a very bad idea. Let us first talk about flower lovers in the north. Because the north has heating, many plants can still grow well in winter, and because northern interiors are dry in winter, the moisture in the potting soil also evaporates relatively quickly, so when watering, flower lovers need to consider several aspects. First, the depth of the pot. Some flower lovers have large potted plants with relatively deep pots; such flowers should be watered at longer intervals, because the bottom is hard to dry out, meaning the plant is not short of water, and spraying the leaves with water normally is enough. It should be said here that when a plant lacks water, supplying water can restore it quickly, but once water accumulates, it is very hard to save. The second situation is small potted plants in shallow pots; in this case, watering in the north can be a bit more free, because the potting soil moisture evaporates quickly.
As for flower lovers in the south, because southern humidity is high and the weather is cold, when watering flowers you must control your hand, especially with large potted plants; small potted plants should also be watered less. Flower lovers can try watering once a month, or water after seeing that the soil has dried, and need not worry that the plant will dry to death.
Note: In fact, whether in the south or the north, flower lovers should first understand that controlling water for flowers in winter is very important; second, watering should depend on the soil, not on the time. If there are other questions, flower lovers can post on the Yuhuagu forum for advice.
Methods for watering flowers in winter
Watering times and amounts for flowers in winter
In winter, most flowers need to keep the soil on the dry side. At this time, watering requires attention to the watering time and the amount of water. When the weather is hot, keeping the soil on the dry side can improve cold resistance. Watering is generally done at noon, and the temperature of the water should be close to room temperature.
Generally, for plants that can overwinter indoors, water once every 1-2 weeks; if the plant itself has a relatively large water requirement, then water once a week. Normally you can spray the leaves with water, but be careful to maintain only a certain humidity, not overly moist.
Some plants with relatively large growth habits have relatively large water requirements and can be watered more, while succulents generally need controlled watering.
Basically, in winter, reduce watering, spray the leaves with water, and keep the soil on the dry side.
Water temperature for watering flowers in winter
In fact, when watering in winter, the water temperature must be paid attention to, because if the water temperature is too low, the soil is stimulated and is easily frostbitten. Generally, the water temperature should be somewhat higher than the soil temperature.
You can store some water in advance and use it to water when its temperature is suitable.
Water quality for watering flowers in winter
Also, we need to pay attention to the water quality for watering flowers in winter. Generally speaking, natural water is relatively good, but what we most commonly have is tap water. Tap water can be used, but we need to treat it in advance. Let it stand to settle before use.
Note that cloudy water is not suitable for watering flowers, and some water containing salt or alkali is also not suitable for watering flowers.