How does the Asian waxwood survive the winter?

1. Plenty of sunlight

It needs to be given enough sunlight in winter, which can be beneficial to its later growth and can also increase its own temperature. It must be placed in a sunny place, otherwise if it stays in a place with poor light, the entire growth will be problematic.

2. Keep warm

It is a tropical plant and can only withstand low temperatures of around 5 degrees Celsius. If it stays in a cold climate for a long time, the plant will be frostbitten, and in severe cases it may die directly. Therefore, it is necessary to move it indoors in time according to the local climate and not leave it outside to freeze.

3. Avoid heating equipment

Although it needs to be kept indoors, it is important to note that it cannot be placed near heating equipment. The heat emitted by the equipment will bake the plant, causing the leaves to turn yellow and dry, seriously affecting its ornamental value. This is a big problem for the plant.

4. Control water application

In winter, the plant is in a dormant stage and its demand for water decreases, so it almost does not need to add water. Therefore, it is necessary to control this aspect. Watering it about once a month will meet normal needs.

5. Suspend fertilization

The growth is slow at this time and there is basically no demand for nutrients. You can stop fertilizing and wait until the spring of next year to add fertilizer normally.