The jade tree on the balcony can become fragile during the summer heat, but with some precautions it is possible to help it overcome even the most torrid days. Find out how to keep it healthy and lush without stress.
Who loves thejade tree He knows well how resistant it is, but in the hottest months this succulent plant can also suffer. Burn leaves, dry soil and slowed growth are signs not to ignore. It is often thought that it is enough to leave it in full sun, but in summer things change. It is interesting to note that small gestures, as a more repaired position or more careful irrigation, can make the difference.
It is not uncommon for the intense heat to lead to rapid yellowing of the leaves. In addition, the exposure continues to the hot wind can accentuate the water stress of the plant. It is also worth remembering that too small a vase can overheat quickly. Wouldn’t it be better to prevent than finding yourself running for cover when it’s too late now?
Protect the Giada tree from the direct sun
During the summer the sun can be ruthless. THE’jade tree He appreciates the intense light, but the sun directed in the central hours of the day risks damaging the fleshy leaves, causing unsightly brown spots or dryness to the edges. Moving it in a semi -smoking area, or applying a shading sheet on the balcony, is a simple and effective strategy.
Sometimes even a small movement is enough to save him from a heat stroke. In some cases it is noted that the plants on the side of the balcony less exposed to the wind grow better and have thick leaves. It is also useful to consider that surfaces such as cement or iron accumulate heat and radiate it at night, increasing thermal stress.
Those who have a balcony exposed to the south or west should evaluate to move the vase during the hottest hours. Even a light curtain can reduce the intensity of sunlight without compromising brightness. Sometimes a small vegetable screen, like other higher plants, offers a natural shadow and creates a fresher microclimate. Another useful trick is to rotate the vase every week to even distribute the light and heat on the hair evenly, avoiding one side only the same exposure always undergoes.
Summer irrigation: how to avoid fatal errors
With the heat, evaporation increases and the soil can dry out quickly. Even if the jade tree is a fatty plant, it does not mean that it should remain dry for days. The rule is simple: never water at random. Always check that the soil is dry in the first centimeters before adding water. Too wet soil can rot the roots, while a prolonged thirst risks making the leaves wrinkle.
Here are some practical tips for irrigation:
- Water early in the morning or evening, avoiding the hottest hours to reduce thermal shock.
- Use water at room temperature in order not to create stress to the delicate roots.
- Prefer abundant but spaced irrigation, so that the water reaches radical bread in depth.
- Make sure the vase has good drainage to avoid stagnation of water and the formation of mold.
- Avoid wetting the leaves under the direct sun so as not to cause lens burns.
Lightly spraying water on the leaves can only help if the air is very dry, but it must be done far from the sun to avoid burns and create a more humid microclimate around the plant.
Tricks to save the plant from the extreme heat
When the mercury column exceeds 35 ° C, the jade tree can start showing signs of suffering. Afflosciate or falling leaves indicate that the plant is trying to reduce breathability. How to run for cover?
- Put the pot on top of an expanded clay sauce and water to increase the surrounding humidity.
- Avoid pruning and repotting during the hottest months.
- Periodically check the plant to identify parasites that could take advantage of a stress situation.
Even small details, such as choosing a terracotta vase that promotes breathability, can help keep the roots fresher.
It is worth remembering that the jade tree is a symbol of prosperity and longevity. Do not deserve all the care necessary to face the summer at best? A few targeted gestures are enough to see the plant overcome the heat unscathed and give new fleshy and shiny leaves.
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