How to care for Phoenix bamboo in winter

Is Phoenix bamboo afraid of freezing?

Phoenix bamboo has poor cold resistance and is afraid of freezing in winter. It likes warm, humid and semi-shady environment. It is not resistant to strong light and is afraid of waterlogging. It likes to grow in fertile, loose and well-drained soil. It can survive the winter when the temperature is above 0℃.

How to care for Phoenix bamboo in winter

Watering: Phoenix bamboo is a moisture-loving plant. If there is a lack of water in the potting soil, the bamboo leaves will curl. After watering, the bamboo leaves will unfold. It does not need to be watered in winter, but the potting soil must be kept moist to prevent dryness and freezing.

Fertilization: Before entering winter, the Phoenix Bamboo should be fertilized with liquid fertilizer, mainly organic fertilizer. You can use rotten thin bean cake water and compound liquid fertilizer. Stop fertilizing in winter.

Environment: Phoenix bamboo likes a cool environment, but it needs to be kept indoors in winter and the moisture must be controlled. The indoor temperature must be kept above 10℃ so that it can grow vigorously.

Repotting: The pot of Phoenix Bamboo is generally repotted every two years, and the soil can be changed in autumn. It likes acidic, slightly acidic or neutral soil. The potting soil needs to be mixed with leaf mold, garden soil, a small amount of river sand and straw ash, etc., so that it can grow vigorously in winter.

Sunbathing : Phoenix bamboo likes light. The light in winter is not strong, so you can put it in a bright place and bask in the sun all day long. It can not only meet the growth needs of the plant, but also increase the ambient temperature.

Precautions for winter cultivation of Phoenix bamboo

1. Phoenix bamboo is afraid of waterlogging, especially in winter when the plant grows slowly and water evaporates slowly. Just keep the soil in the pot moist. Otherwise, too much water will not be easy for the plant to absorb and will cause root rot.

2. Phoenix bamboo is a plant with poor cold resistance. In winter, try to move it to a room or a warm place to avoid the risk of frostbite and death. Indoor cultivation in winter requires sufficient sunlight, and windows should be opened frequently for ventilation to keep the air circulating so that it can safely survive the winter.

3. Phoenix bamboo needs to be moved indoors in winter and placed in a well-lit place for maintenance. If there is air conditioning or other heating equipment indoors, keep it away from the plant, otherwise the branches and leaves will easily burn.