How to manage mimosa in winter?

Mimosa is a perennial herb or subshrub of the Leguminosae family. Its leaves are highly sensitive and close and droop when touched, hence the name. It can be mainly used for ornamental and medicinal purposes, and has broad planting prospects. So when planting mimosa, how do we manage it in winter? Let’s learn more about it below.

1. Insulation treatment

Mimosa has poor cold resistance and needs to be kept warm in winter. In the south, due to the higher temperature, the mimosa can be maintained normally; in the north, the mimosa needs to be moved indoors and the temperature kept above 10℃.

2. Lighting management

The light in winter is soft, so the mimosa should be placed in a well-lit place so that it can receive sufficient light. This will help it survive the winter and accumulate nutrients for growth next year.

3. Control watering

Mimosa prefers a warm and humid environment, but watering should be reduced in winter to prevent frost damage. Each time you water, you should wait until the soil is dry before watering, keeping the soil generally dry to avoid water accumulation that may cause root rot.

4. Fertilization points

Mimosa grows more slowly in winter and requires less nutrients, so fertilization should be stopped. If the soil fertility is seriously insufficient, you can apply a thin liquid fertilizer once before winter, and then dilute the fertilizer and provide it to the plants to avoid fertilizer damage.

5. Proper pruning

In winter, the mimosa can be properly pruned, cutting off dead leaves, yellow leaves, and old leaves to reduce nutrient consumption and help the plant survive the cold winter. Note that pruning tools should be disinfected before pruning to avoid infection with bacteria or germs.

6. Pest and disease control

In winter, mimosa enters a dormant period and its growth rate slows down, but attention should still be paid to disease and pest control. The leaves and stems should be checked regularly, and if insect pests are found, they should be rinsed with clean water or sprayed with low-toxic botanical pesticides . In addition, maintain good ventilation conditions and avoid excessively humid environments to prevent pests and diseases.



To sum up, winter management of mimosa requires attention to temperature, water, light, fertilization, pruning, and disease and pest control. Through these reasonable maintenance measures, mimosa can survive the winter smoothly.