Save Your Tropical Plants in Winter
- Step 1: Hose them Down. The first thing I'd do is give my plants and pots a good washing with the garden hose. ...
- Step 2: Cut them Back. Going from a bright, sunny spot outdoors to your living room will shock a plant. ...
- Step 3: Look for Pests. ...
- Step 4: Bring them Inside. ...
- Step 5: Keep them Happy. ...
- Tropicals to Overwinter.
- How do you keep tropical plants warm?
- What temperature is too cold for tropical plants?
- How do I keep my outdoor plants warm in the winter?
How do you keep tropical plants warm?
Feel the heat: keeping plants warm indoors during winter
- 1 Bubble wrap. One of the cheapest and easiest way to provide some snug warmth for overwintering plants is to dress them up in bubble wrap. ...
- 2 Electric white goods. ...
- 3 Programmable radiators. ...
- 4 Heat mats. ...
- 5 Heat lamps. ...
- 6 Electric Propagator.
What temperature is too cold for tropical plants?
Generally, the ideal temperatures for tropical plants are between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit, and anything below 50 degrees can start to cause problems. It is smart to avoid keeping plants near heat sources or cold draft areas.
How do I keep my outdoor plants warm in the winter?
Wrap pots in burlap, bubble wrap, old blankets or geotextile blankets. It isn't necessary to wrap the entire plant because it's the roots that need shielding. These protective coverings will help to trap heat and keep it at the root zone.