Is the ball orchid cold-resistant? How to grow the ball orchid safely in winter?

Hoya is a common flower plant in life. Due to its unique shape, high ornamental value and certain effect on purifying indoor air, it is the first choice for many families to grow plants. However, many people always die because of some details when growing them. Below, the editor will share with you some methods of growing Hoya.

Will the ball orchid freeze to death in winter?

For plants like Hoya, you only need to keep them indoors during the winter. In fact, Hoya is more suitable for cultivation in the north. If you take good care of it in winter, it will not freeze to death. It is best to keep Hoya in an environment with a minimum temperature above 10 degrees. A short period of time at around 5 degrees is also fine. Long-term low temperatures will cause frostbite or freeze to death.

How to raise ball orchids in winter to survive the winter safely

In winter, the temperature of the Hoya can not be below 10 degrees Celsius, but it can grow at 5 degrees Celsius for a short time. However, if you want to grow at this temperature for a long time, you will get frostbite. As long as the temperature of the Hoya is controlled above 10 degrees Celsius, there will be no problem in winter. If the temperature is below 15 degrees Celsius, flower lovers do not need to fertilize the Hoya, otherwise it is easy to cause fertilizer damage, and the leaves of the Hoya are prone to yellowing. Even in winter, we must ensure that the Hoya is exposed to sunlight for about five hours a day to prevent the occurrence of diseases and insect pests.

When is the best time to plant Hoya orchids at home?

Hoya likes to grow in places with plenty of sunlight. It will grow epiphytically on trees or rocks. The flowering period is generally from May to August. The flowers bloom continuously during the flowering period. Different varieties have different flower colors, like a small ball, which is extremely beautiful.

How does Hoya grow fast?

1. Soil: Humus loam is the best soil for growing Hoya, and it needs good drainage.

2. Watering: Hoya is a succulent plant, and its leaves contain a lot of water. Water it when the soil is dry and when it is wet during the growing season. Excessive watering can easily cause root rot, but watering is necessary in summer. Because it likes moisture, you should spray water on the leaves frequently to increase the humidity of the air.

3. Sunlight: When cultivating the ball orchid at home, it is best to place it on a south-facing windowsill or in a sunny place near a south window indoors in spring and autumn. This will keep the leaves green and bright and ensure good flowering.

But in summer, it should be moved to a shaded place to avoid direct sunlight, otherwise the leaves will turn yellow easily. If it is placed in insufficient light for a long time, the leaves will become lighter and the flowers will be less and less bright.

4. Temperature: Hoya is not cold-resistant. The suitable temperature for its growth is 15℃-25℃. The room temperature should be kept above 10℃ in winter. If it is lower than 5℃, it will be easily affected by cold damage, causing leaves to fall or even the death of the whole plant.

5. Fertilization: Hoya fertilizes mainly with organic fertilizer or compound fertilizer; apply a thin cake fertilizer with nitrogen and phosphorus 1-2 times a month during the growth season. During the rest of the time, because of the slow growth, stop fertilizing to avoid wasting fertilizer or causing fertilizer damage.