Are gardenias afraid of the cold?

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1. Are you afraid of the cold?

2. How to deal with frostbite

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Gardenia is sensitive to cold and cannot survive in subzero environments. The branches and leaves will suffer frostbite in low temperature environments. Among them, large-leaf gardenia is a relatively cold-resistant variety. Be prepared for overwintering and move plants indoors for maintenance in a timely manner. If you accidentally get frostbite, you can cut off the frostbitten part and gradually increase the temperature if the degree is mild. If the degree is severe, you need to prune and replant.

1. Are you afraid of the cold?

1. Are they afraid of the cold?

Gardenia flowers are afraid of the cold and cannot survive in subzero environments. In low temperature environments, branches and leaves will suffer varying degrees of frostbite, which is detrimental to their appearance and later growth. All have adverse effects. Among them, large-leaf gardenia is a relatively cold-tolerant variety and can withstand low temperatures of minus 1-3 degrees. However, any lower temperature will have an impact and lead to frost damage, so be prepared for overwintering and move the plants indoors for maintenance in a timely manner. , exposure to sufficient sunlight will increase the temperature of the plants, and it is suitable to keep it at about 10 degrees. Even if it is placed outdoors, you can still put it in a bag to keep it warm.

2. How to deal with frostbite

If you accidentally get frostbite, you need to deal with it in time. First observe the condition of the plant. If the degree of frostbite is minor, you can cut off the frostbitten part first, then gradually increase the surrounding temperature and spray water appropriately. Be careful not to place it in a place with very high temperatures immediately, otherwise the plants will have difficulty adapting.

If the plant is observed to be severely frostbitten, You can dig out the roots first. If the roots are relatively fresh, you can prune the upper branches, cut off the excess branches, and then replant. After planting, place it in a place with a suitable temperature to wait for germination and avoid exposure to strong light.

2. How to deal with frostbite

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