How to care for Christmas cactus in winter

Is Christmas cactus afraid of cold?

Christmas cactus is not cold-resistant. It is afraid of freezing in winter. The temperature during maintenance in winter should not be lower than 10℃, otherwise it will easily be frostbite. It prefers warm, humid and semi-shady environment.

How to care for Christmas cactus in winter

1. Temperature

If you do not keep Christmas cactus warm in winter, it may be frozen to death, especially if it spends the winter outdoors, it is more likely to get frostbite. It should be moved indoors in winter. The minimum temperature should not be lower than 5°C, and the amount of water should also be controlled. If you water it too much, it will increase the chance of frostbite and freezing to death.

2. Fertilization

In winter, Christmas cactus will enter a dormant or semi-dormant state. During this period, you should reduce fertilization. The original fertilizer in the potting soil can meet the flowering needs of Christmas cactus. If you continue to fertilize in winter, it will cause root rot.

3. Watering

In winter, Christmas cactus should not be watered too much, otherwise it will easily cause root rot. It is generally better to keep the soil in the pot dry. You can spray some water on the leaves of Christmas cactus.

4. Lighting

Christmas cactus likes light and is a short-day plant. It needs 4-6 hours of sunlight a day to maintain normal growth and bloom. The light is very soft in winter, so it can bask in the sun.

Key points for caring for Christmas cactus in the north

1. During the winter maintenance of Christmas cactus in the north, there must be enough scattered light, but in order to prevent the plant from growing too tall, the flowerpot should be turned every once in a while, which is more conducive to its flowering.

2. When caring for Christmas cactus in the north during winter, you must pay attention to watering. Its root system is shallow and the leaves can store a lot of water, so it does not need to be watered frequently. Generally, watering it once every 5-7 days is sufficient.

Precautions for winter cultivation of Christmas cactus

1. The temperature is lower in winter, so it is best to place it in a room with sunlight or bright light. This is more conducive to the plant's photosynthesis and can help it accumulate more nutrients.

2. When growing Christmas cactus in winter, you must control watering. If you water too much, the roots and leaves will easily rot. You must also keep the indoor temperature above five degrees and do not blow cold air. You can basically get through the winter smoothly.

3. When caring for Christmas cactus in winter, the temperature difference between morning and evening should not be too large, otherwise it will be detrimental to the growth and flowering of the plant. It is best to adjust the temperature to around 20°C, and the night temperature should not be too low.

4. In winter, you can reduce the amount of fertilizer applied to Christmas cactus. Occasionally spraying potassium dihydrogen phosphate is enough. As long as the temperature is above 15 degrees, it can bloom indoors in winter, especially from October to February of the following year.