These days, there are many questions in the winter about how to maintain and care for the carpet colues plant.
These days, there are many questions about how to maintain and care for carpet colues during the winter, and how to avoid losing them in difficult circumstances
. We'll discuss some of the problems they face and some measures and tips for maintaining them.
Coleus, also known as velvet, is a perennial plant that ages quickly, especially after flowering. It's easy to grow in the right climate, but it can be a pain if it's not given enough care. Some of the most common problems that coleus face in winter are:
- Low temperatures. It's not at all tolerant of cold and frost, and it quickly wilts and dies.
- General weakness and leaf drop.
- Significant paleness of the leaves and the disappearance of some of their colors.
- Fragility of the stems, dark spots, and a high risk of breakage.
- Significant decline in growth and discoloration.
- The appearance of numerous small growths that quickly turn yellow and fall off.
- Gradual blackening of the stems and subsequent rot.
To avoid all these problems that plague carpet growers, you must adhere to certain tips and precautions.
- With the arrival of the cold season, you must move your plant to a warm location protected from strong winds and frost.
- Provide it with strong, bright lighting. If it loses its color indoors, don't worry; it will regain its color once placed in the sun and good lighting with the arrival of spring, God willing.
- Do not relocate the carpet during this time, leaving it in place to prevent it from changing weather.
- Adjust watering and avoid overwatering. Do not water until the soil is thoroughly dry, unlike on hot days when the soil is moist.
- Pruning carpet plants: Remove all branches.
Unwanted plants can be removed to relieve stress and allow lateral growth to flourish. Provide them with strong, bright lighting. If they lose their color indoors, don't worry. They'll regain their color once placed in the sun and good lighting with the arrival of spring, God willing.
- Do not relocate the carpet during this time, leaving it in place to protect it from weather changes.
- Adjust watering and avoid overwatering. Do not water until the soil is completely dry, unlike on hot days when the soil should be kept moist.
- Prune the carpet plant: Remove all unwanted branches to relieve pressure and allow lateral growth to flourish.
And replant the healthy cuttings you trimmed, of course.
- If you want to keep your plant for longer, remove all flowers as they form, as this causes premature aging and subsequent death.
- Fertilize the plant: Once every one to two months, with small amounts.
- The plant enters a dormant phase in the winter, so it doesn't need as many nutrients as it does during the active season. Therefore, don't overdo it with fertilizer and water.
