How to water azalea in winter

Watering azalea in winter

Azalea needs to be watered in winter. Water it when the soil in the pot is dry. There should not be water accumulation in the pot. The water temperature should not be too cold. It is best to keep it similar to the soil temperature.

Generally speaking, azalea will die if it is not watered properly in winter. If water accumulates in the pot and is not drained in time, the water will rot the roots and eventually cause the death of the azalea.

Fertilizing Azalea in Winter

In winter, azalea is in a dormant period. It requires less water and fertilizer, so you don’t need to apply fertilizer, or you can apply some low-concentration fertilizer.

Precautions for watering azalea in winter

1. It is best to water the azalea at noon in winter, when the temperature is highest, water evaporates quickly, and it is not easy for the roots of the plant to be frozen.

2. The amount of water for azalea should be gradually reduced in autumn and winter. If the maintenance environment is warm, it only needs to be watered once a week.

3. When raising azaleas in winter, you usually need to wait for the soil to dry up and then water the soil thoroughly. Do not water it with half a can of water, just wait until water flows out from the bottom.