Many potted flowers kept in the garden have exotic origins, which translates into… they don’t feel very well in winter. In Poland, the seasons vary greatly – temperature changes between summer and often reach 50 degrees Celsius and sometimes even more. This “rollercoaster” is not good for many plants. Therefore, it is better to bring some potted specimens home.
Individual garden perennials go dormant in winter — shed leaves and draw nutrients into the roots. They may seem dead, but when spring comes, they will bloom without any problems.
Plants do not need protection against winter frosts, including: Christmas trees. Many shrubs, e.g. roses, also tolerate low temperatures well. However, if they are smaller, then it is worth it It is not worth bringing annual plants into the house — they are often not adapted to frost, but they will not survive even in homes because they will not thrive indoors.
In addition Potted specimens that have been attacked by numerous insects should also not be brought into homesso as not to transfer the pests to other flowers. You should say goodbye to such plants, or leave them outside and check their condition in spring.
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The most popular species that will tolerate winter well indoors are: calla, palm trees, bird of paradise, citrus, hibiscus, geraniums, begonias and all herbs.
Plants should be brought indoors when outdoor temperatures are around 5-10 degrees Celsius. It is a good idea to provide them with the same conditions inside the house or apartment as they had outside – they certainly should not be placed next to a radiator or in warm rooms. A good option may be an attic, basement or garage if the plants will have access to light there.
First of all, you should:
- Look at the leaves and stems — make sure that there are no pests on them, e.g. aphids or whiteflies. This can be easily checked with paper. Place a white piece of paper under the leaves and shake the pot gently. If something falls, the plant is probably attacked by insects. It is a good idea to remove insects before bringing them in. If there are a lot of them, we have to say goodbye to the flower.
- Check the soil and roots — it is worth taking the plant out of the pot (if possible) and checking its roots. If it has grown, you can transplant it to a larger container and fresh soil. If the plant is very large, you can remove the top layer of soil (to get rid of flies) and add fresh soil.
- Prune — before bringing it indoors, it is worth removing any damage and dried or overgrown stems.
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It is good that they have a similar level of light and humidity as outside. If we do not have such a place, it is worth placing the plant in a shadier place outside a few weeks before moving it so that it has a chance to adapt.
Plants that have been outdoors for a long time and have been placed indoors should be watered and fertilized less frequently. Flowers should be placed away from doors or ventilation openings to avoid temperature fluctuations. If we place them in a room where they have access to light only from one side, they should be turned regularly.
