A suitable winter quarters for the African plant can be quickly set up in just a few simple steps. The baobab tree sets minimal standards even in winter. Hobby gardeners enjoy the year-round ease of care.
Winter location:
For hibernation, the baobab tree prefers a bright but cool room. Also avoid permanent and direct sunlight.
- Temperature should not fall below 10 degrees Celsius
- Between 10 and 15 degrees Celsius are ideal.
Hobby gardeners like to place the African plant on the windowsill in the stairwell.
In spring or as early as late winter, you can place the tropical plant back in its usual location with a clear conscience.
fertilizing and watering
During the winter, your baobab tree needs little attention. It is not fertilized. The last fertilization takes place in late autumn. You only need to water very sparingly. The trunk has the wonderful property of storing a great deal of water for its own use.
The roots should not dry out completely. Otherwise there is a risk that growth could stagnate next spring.
Regular controll:
Check your plant regularly during this time as well. Small but annoying pests like to tamper with the tree.
Warm alternative
If the hobby gardener does not have a suitable location, the baobab tree is welcome to overwinter in a warmer environment.
Nevertheless, you should stop fertilizing in this case. Watering is also only carried out at longer intervals as required. During the winter break, the substrate can be very dry for a few days.
Also spray your tree with water from time to time. It should never stand directly above the warming heater. In this way you avoid the colonization of pests.
tips and tricks
If you want your tree to bear fruit one day, regular, cool hibernation is very important.
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