How to grow gloxinia in winter

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1. Winter maintenance methods

2. Precautions

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Taking and storing the bulbs: If there is no way to provide a warm growing environment for Gloxinia in winter, you can take it out of the flower pot, cut off the excess stems and leaves, and then place its bulbs in a cool place. , Store in a ventilated place. Normal maintenance: If you can keep it indoors in winter and provide it with a growing environment above 5°C, you can raise it in a warm location with good lighting. During maintenance, water and fertilizer should be properly controlled and ventilation should be maintained.

1. Winter maintenance methods

1. Winter maintenance methods

1. Take the balls and store them: If there is no way to provide a warm growth environment for Gloxinia in winter, then it will enter a dormant state and stop growing. When the temperature drops below 5°C, it is recommended to take it out of the flower pot, cut off the excess stems and leaves on the plant, and then place it in a cool, ventilated place to dry for a period of time. Afterwards, wrap them in newspapers and store them in a cool, dry place. Just wait until the temperature rises next year and replant.

2. Normal maintenance: In winter, If you can place Gloxinia in a warm room and provide it with a growth environment above 5°C, you can directly maintain it without taking out the balls. When maintaining, be sure to place it in a place with good lighting conditions and allow it to receive more sunlight. In addition, pay attention to maintaining ventilation and do not place it in a closed place for a long time to avoid poor growth.

2. Precautions

1. If you want to take out the ball, you must be careful not to damage the ball. Otherwise, even if you plant again next year, the plants will grow poorly.

2. If you want to maintain it indoors, you need to pay attention to gradually reducing the frequency of watering and fertilizing as the temperature drops. If the temperature is below 10°C, fertilization can be suspended. After the temperature rises next year, return to normal watering and fertilizing frequency.

2. Precautions

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