plantas y flores / plants and flowers: How plants react in winter care

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Winter and cold and are present and the plants need rest. They prefer this time of year for a "nap of reparation". Reinvigorate their biological functions and are preparing for a new cycle that comes with spring.

During sleep, plant growth of most plants are parked or occurs very slowly. Therefore, any effort in order to make them productive is zero. Thus, it is good to use less fertilizer and water and not to touch the ground much. Tips are valid for almost all plants except the azalea and geranium for example, species that require special care during this period of cold.

The yellowing of the plants at this time is a signal that gives plants that are in hibernation. In the most extreme cases, like those of typical bulbs like lilies, dahlias, etc.., Plants pass through a subterranean inactivity. Therefore external parts dry completely.

Then, the bulbs should be removed, freed of excess land to which they are exposed, and placed in perforated plastic bags in order to not dry out or deteriorate. After four months should be replanted.

Some species such as succulents, for example, may be surprised by the strength of will and the will to live and to reach does not hibernate if they have good light and adequate water. In mid-January, most plants begin their awakening and return to full vegetation in February to revive in March, the month that spring begins.

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