Is Zephyranthes cold-resistant? How to maintain Zephyranthes in winter so that it can survive the winter safely?

Zephyranthes is a common flower in life. Because its flowers are very similar to lilies, it is also called Zephyranthes lily. But for many novices, how to maintain Zephyranthes has become a big problem. So is Zephyranthes cold-resistant? How to maintain Zephyranthes in winter so that it can survive the winter safely? Let's take a look.

Is Zephyranthes cold-resistant?

Whether Zephyranthes can survive the winter outdoors depends on the planting environment and the variety, because some varieties are good at cold resistance, while others are weak. Generally speaking, Zephyranthes can survive in an environment of 0℃ for a short period of time, and normally it cannot be lower than 5℃. However, some varieties can withstand cold to -10℃, but they need to be covered with straw mats. For example, in Beijing, Zephyranthes are planted outdoors, but they need to be covered with straw mats in winter.

How to maintain Zephyranthes in winter to ensure safe wintering

Maintaining Temperature

Zephyranthes prefers a warm growing environment and generally grows better in an environment of 15 to 30 degrees. It is best to keep the temperature above 5 degrees in winter. If the temperature is lower than 5 degrees, the Zephyranthes will be frostbitten. Therefore, we must take warming measures in advance in winter to prevent the Zephyranthes from being frostbitten.

Increase lighting

Zephyranthes loves sunlight very much and can only grow better in an environment with sufficient sunlight, so we must ensure sufficient light in winter. Moreover, the light in winter is very soft and will not sunburn the leaves of Zephyranthes. At the same time, sufficient light is also beneficial for Zephyranthes to keep warm.

Control watering

Zephyranthes is a relatively drought-resistant plant. Its roots can store water, so its water demand is relatively low, and the evaporation rate of water in winter is also relatively slow. We do not need to water it frequently, otherwise the accumulation of water will cause root rot. At the same time, too much water is not conducive to keeping warm. Generally, you can wait until the soil is completely dry before watering.

Stop fertilizing

The temperature is relatively low in winter, and Zephyranthes will enter a dormant state. Its growth basically stops at this time, so it has basically no demand for nutrients. If you apply fertilizer at this time, it will easily cause nutrient accumulation and eventually burn the roots. Therefore, we need to stop fertilizing during the winter and wait until the temperature rises in spring before applying fertilizer again.

How many times a year does Zephyranthes bloom?

The flowering period of Zephyranthes is very short. Generally, it will wither in about 30 days after flowering, but Zephyranthes will bloom continuously from April to September. During this period of time, we need to take good care of Zephyranthes.