Taboos on growing dahlias in winter

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This plant is native to Mexico. It has the meaning of generosity and magnificence and is respected as the national flower by Mexico. It is grown in many countries and has many varieties. According to statistics, there are actually 30,000 varieties. Regardless of the species, the flowers are very showy. Winter is a season that requires special attention, and it is also a season with many taboos. So, what exactly are the taboos?

plant habits

Plant habits

First of all, it has a large need for light, and the sunlight time it needs in a day is about ten to twelve hours. However, too much sunlight will affect flowering, but considering that the sunlight in winter is generally not too strong, the sunlight must be guaranteed. In addition, it also has temperature requirements. It can grow between 8 and 35 degrees Celsius, but the suitable temperature is in the range of 15 and 25 degrees Celsius. Therefore, it is also important to ensure the temperature in winter. There is also its requirement for moisture and it is not tolerant of waterlogging. After understanding its characteristics, we can basically understand what the specific taboos are.

Taboos

The temperature is too low : Above we have said that the range within which it can grow normally is at least eight degrees. Even if the growth rate is very slow in winter, the temperature cannot fall below zero. In order to ensure that plants overwinter normally, except for places with lower latitudes where winter temperatures can be guaranteed, it is best to overwinter plants indoors in other places with high latitudes or high altitudes. Otherwise, even if the plants are protected from freezing to death outdoors, their development in the second year will definitely be affected.

Insufficient light: The significance of winter sunlight for plants to survive the winter major. Whether it is placed indoors or outdoors, it cannot be left in a shaded environment for a long time. If you think the sun at noon is relatively strong, then only provide shade at noon, and don’t forget to let it bask in the sun the rest of the time.

Watering too much: We all know that plants have less water demand in winter. What's more, this plant is afraid of water accumulation. So avoid excess water.

Taboos

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