Does wintersweet prefer shade or sun?

Does wintersweet prefer shade or sun?

Wintersweet has strong vitality, but is not suitable for indoor cultivation. It is native to southern China and is often used for cultivation and viewing. It is a sun-loving plant that prefers a moist, well-lit growing environment. It is also shade-tolerant, cold-resistant, and drought-resistant.

Does wintersweet like the sun?

Wintersweet is a positive flower that likes the stimulation of light. It needs 5-7 hours of light every day during the growing period and needs to be placed in a location with sufficient light.

Although wintersweet likes sunlight, it is also afraid of strong light in summer. The branches and leaves of the plant will be burned under strong light. At this time, it is best to keep it in a semi-shaded environment.

Is wintersweet shade-tolerant?

Wintersweet has a certain degree of shade tolerance, but it cannot be deprived of light for a long time. If it lacks light during its growth process, the plant is likely to grow poorly and show phenomena such as wilting and yellowing leaves.

Wintersweet Growth Environment

Wintersweet does not have high requirements for soil, as long as it is loose and breathable. The most suitable growth temperature for the plant is 18-23℃, and the plant has very good cold resistance.

Wintersweet likes water, so you need to pay attention to watering during the growing period to keep the soil moist and slightly dry. Note that when watering, the water temperature should be close to the room temperature to avoid frostbite on the plant.