How to care for Begonia in winter

Is Begonia afraid of freezing?

The most suitable temperature for Begonia is around 15-28℃. It has good cold resistance and is not afraid of freezing. It can withstand temperatures as low as minus 15℃. When the maintenance temperature is lower than minus 30℃, cold-proof measures should be taken in time to prevent the plant from being frostbitten or even frozen to death.

Therefore, it is best to move the crabapple to a warm indoor place for maintenance in winter, get more sunlight to promote photosynthesis, and reduce watering.

How to care for Begonia in winter

Begonias prefer light. The light is not strong in winter, so they can be maintained in full sun. When the temperature drops, they can be moved indoors for maintenance. The temperature should be controlled at 10-15 degrees. It will be frostbite if it is below 5 degrees. Watering should be controlled to avoid excessive water accumulation and root rot. Thin liquid fertilizer can be applied once every 10-15 days, and thin fertilizer can be applied frequently.

1. Lighting

Begonia is a light-loving plant and is suitable for growing in an environment with plenty of sunlight. If it is placed in a cool place for a long time, it will easily cause poor growth, especially in winter when the temperature is relatively low. At this time, it needs to receive sufficient light.

2. Ventilation

Begonias also like a ventilated growing environment, so pay attention to opening doors and windows more often. However, in winter, it is necessary to avoid being blown directly by cold winds, especially at winter nights. It is best to move it indoors or to a sheltered place to prevent it from being frozen by cold winds.

3. Temperature

Although the crabapple can withstand temperatures as low as minus 15 degrees Celsius, in order to make it grow better, we'd better keep the temperature at around 8 degrees. When the temperature drops suddenly, it's best to cover the crabapple and the pot with plastic film, and then uncover it when the temperature rises.

4. Watering

The temperature is low in winter, and the crabapple flowers are basically in a dormant state at this time, so they do not require much water. Be careful not to over-water. You only need to keep the pot soil half dry and half wet. If the soil in the pot is dry, it is best to water it at noon when the temperature is higher. This is more conducive to the growth of the crabapple flowers.

5. Fertilization

In winter, the crabapple needs to control fertilizer. It is necessary to apply fertilizer in advance when entering autumn. In winter until before flowering next year, a small amount of phosphorus fertilizer can be applied, so that more flowers will bloom.

Precautions for growing crabapples in winter

1. After the temperature drops in winter, you need to take measures to keep warm to prevent the plants from frostbite. You can move them indoors for maintenance. Be sure to ensure that there is sufficient light time every day to supplement the nutrients they need. You also need to prevent and control pests and diseases to reduce the occurrence of diseases.

2. Begonia can bask in the sun in winter. It likes sunlight. If it is kept indoors, it should be placed in a well-ventilated sunny place.

3. The first thing to do in winter is to move the crabapple indoors for maintenance. Secondly, it must have sufficient light. Although it grows more slowly in winter, it still needs to be given sufficient sunlight to avoid poor growth or excessive growth, and windows should be opened frequently for ventilation.