How to care for peony and spider plants in winter, do they need to be pruned?

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1. How to maintain in winter

2. Do you need to prune branches in winter?

When maintaining the peony and spider plant in winter, pay attention to temperature control. It is not cold-tolerant, so the temperature must be above 5 degrees. If necessary, it is best to wrap it with film to keep it warm. It likes light, and the light is very soft in winter. It can be sunbathed on the balcony or windowsill. You don’t need to water too frequently. Just water when you find the soil in the pot is dry, and do it at noon to minimize damage. In addition, pruning is also required.

1. How to maintain it in winter

1. Temperature: Its cold resistance is relatively poor. When the temperature is low in winter, it should be moved indoors in time and the temperature should be controlled. The minimum temperature should be above 5 degrees. If necessary, it should be wrapped with film to keep warm and avoid frostbite to the plants.

2. Lighting: In winter, it is usually placed For indoor maintenance, it is recommended to place it on the balcony or windowsill and let it get more sun, so that it can survive the winter safely. In addition, pay attention to ventilation. Always open the windows and provide plenty of ventilation to avoid being infected by pests and diseases.

3. Watering: Its growth rate in winter It will slow down or even stop growing. It needs less water, so watering should not be too frequent and the water should be controlled. Water appropriately when the soil in the pot is usually found to be dry, and do so at high temperatures at noon. This can reduce damage to the root system, reduce irritation, and avoid frostbite.

2. Do you need to prune branches in winter?

When maintaining peony and spider plants in winter, you need to prune them. At this time, they will enter the dormant stage and the plants will stop growing. Overlapping branches, diseased branches, thin and weak branches, overgrown branches, aging branches, leggy branches, etc. should be cut off. This will not only save a lot of nutrients, but also be beneficial to winter. It is also beneficial to next year's growth and flowering, and the plant shape will be fuller and more beautiful.

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