How to care for gardenias in winter

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1. Moderate lighting

2. Control the temperature

3. Moderate watering

Gardenia loves light and can be exposed to moderate light, but the light should not be too strong, just 3-4 hours. Pay attention to temperature control, it is very cold-resistant, as long as the temperature is kept at 3-5 degrees Celsius. If the growing temperature is too low, you should also pay attention to anti-freeze issues. Moisture needs to be controlled well and watered after the soil in the pot is dry, usually once a month is sufficient.

1. Moderate light

It likes light. Although it has stopped growing in winter, it can be exposed to moderate light, which will benefit the flowering situation in the coming year. But the light should not be too strong, just leave it on for 3-4 hours. Constant lack of exposure to sunlight will cause its leaves to turn yellow.

2. Control the temperature

In winter, you need to pay attention to temperature control. It is particularly cold-resistant, as long as the temperature is kept at 3-5 degrees Celsius. If the temperature is too high, it will be detrimental to its growth. However, some northern families have heating, so they can be raised on the balcony to prevent the temperature from getting too high. If the growing temperature is too low, you should also pay attention to anti-freeze issues. You need to wrap the flower pot with plastic or foam to help keep it warm.

3. Moderate watering

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Due to the temperature in winter, water demand will decrease a lot. Therefore, the water supply needs to be controlled well. Wait until the soil in the pot is dry before watering. Be sure not to wait until dryness occurs before watering, otherwise it will easily lead to death. The frequency of watering should not be too much. Generally, once a month is enough.

2. Control the temperature

3. Moderate watering

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