How to grow Euphorbia milii in winter?

Winter maintenance methods

temperature

Euphorbia milii is a common indoor cultivated flower in the north. Generally, the temperature in the north will reach below zero degrees in winter. As a plant that likes light, Euphorbia milii is suitable for a warm environment in winter. Sufficient and lasting light conditions play a vital role in the wintering of Euphorbia milii. This will be more conducive to the awakening and sprouting of Euphorbia milii in the spring of the following year. When the flowering season comes again, it will naturally be a scene full of floral fragrance and beautiful scenery.

illumination

Once the light conditions are scarce, the plant will appear very dull and lifeless. Be careful not to place Euphorbia milii in a dark place, otherwise it will affect its growth and flowering next year.

Hibernation

In winter, the appearance of Euphorbia milii is leaf shedding and growth stagnation. Don't mistakenly think that the Euphorbia milii is dead at this time. In fact, it has just entered a common plant dormancy state, which is the hibernation period. Keep in plenty of sunlight, winter will fade away, and spring will naturally sprout.

Moisture

Drought resistance is probably one of the more prominent advantages of Euphorbia milii, so regardless of whether it is winter or not, Euphorbia milii does not need too much water. In spring and summer, it only needs to be watered a small amount once a day, and in autumn, it only needs to be watered twice a week. It grows more slowly in winter, and watering mainly depends on the dryness of the soil in the pot. If the soil in the pot becomes dry and white, it needs to be watered, otherwise do not water it. To avoid excessive water, which will make it difficult for the roots to absorb and cause soaking and rot.

Special reminder

Euphorbia milii has thorns. If you have children at home, place the plant in a high place to avoid hurting the children and causing poisoning.