How to care for orange trees in winter

Are orange trees afraid of frost?

Orange trees can tolerate low temperatures of 5 to 6 degrees in winter. Generally, orange trees need to be kept warm in winter and moved indoors for maintenance. This is because the growth of orange trees will stagnate when the growth temperature is below 5 degrees.

How to care for orange trees in winter

1. Placement : Before winter comes and the outdoor temperature drops below 10℃, the potted orange tree needs to be moved indoors and placed in a bright and sunny place.

2. Watering : The main way to replenish water for orange trees is to water the pot directly to keep the soil moist. You can also spray water into the air to increase the humidity.

3. Light : The placement of the orange tree pot also requires attention. On the one hand, the light needs to be bright so as not to affect the reception of outdoor light. On the other hand, it must also avoid the air outlet of hot air conditioners.

How to grow it vigorously: When the orange tree enters winter, the potted plant should be moved indoors. Pay attention to improving ventilation indoors and try to let it receive sufficient light so that it can grow more vigorously.

Can it be exposed to the sun: Orange trees can be exposed to the sun in winter. The light in winter is warm and soft. Orange trees can be exposed to the sun more, which is beneficial for the plants to accumulate nutrients and avoid falling leaves and fruits.

How to keep alive in winter:

Apply base fertilizer early : Applying base fertilizer to orange trees early can improve the utilization rate of fertilizer, which is more beneficial for warming the soil and growing strong seedlings and high yields.

Trunk whitewashing : Orange trees are usually whitewashed in October, or covered with a 1-meter square layer of plastic film, and then the soil is added and the trunk is wrapped with straw ropes, which can effectively prevent cold currents.

Precautions for growing orange trees in winter

Diffused light exposure : After the orange tree enters winter, the light exposure time will be shortened, and it needs to be moved to an environment with diffuse light. It cannot be exposed to too much sunlight, otherwise the large temperature difference between day and night will cause frostbite.

Watering in moderation : The orange tree evaporates less water after entering winter, so reduce watering and water it when the soil is dry and wet, avoiding excessive watering which is detrimental to growth.