How to grow catharanthus in winter

Basics of Safe Wintering

Reduce watering

The winter care of catnip should start in autumn. In autumn, place it in a sunny place and apply appropriate fertilizer. Plants that did not grow much in the summer will quickly grow new branches at this time, and there will be no problem with cutting propagation at this time. In late autumn, the temperature gradually drops and the number of watering gradually decreases. Water only when the soil surface is dry. But still keep in sunlight.

How to survive the winter safely

Beware of frost

In early winter, the catnip will be threatened by frost. At this time, keep the soil in the pot dry and expose it to more sunlight.

If the plant is placed on the balcony, water it appropriately and stop fertilizing. If it is placed outdoors, you can cover it with plastic sheeting. Cover it at night, but not during the day. Leave small holes on the sheeting for ventilation.

0℃ maintenance

When the temperature reaches zero degrees, it becomes a bit dangerous. It is best to move the petals to the balcony, keep it in the sun, and make sure the balcony is ventilated and windows are opened frequently to allow air convection.

Stop watering in late winter

In late winter, the temperature drops sharply to below 0℃. Do not water at this time. Cover the plants with plastic sheeting both during the day and at night. Let them get more sunlight during the day and cover them with another layer at night, otherwise they will be frozen overnight! Until spring, there is no need to fertilize or water, just keep warm.

Following the above method, your petals will be renewed and emit a wonderful fragrance after the winter.