Orchid tree - hardy or sensitive to frost?

Your orchid tree feels really good in a warm and sunny place that is well protected from the wind. In summer this place can be in the garden or on the balcony. It is therefore advisable to plant the orchid tree in a tub so that it can be easily transported and taken to winter quarters in autumn.

What should the winter quarters for the orchid tree look like?

The winter quarters for your orchid tree should absolutely be frost-free, even better above 10 ° C. The younger your tree, the more sensitive it will be to temperatures that are too low. So bring your orchid tree to winter quarters in good time before the first night frosts.

Your orchid tree also needs a lot of light in winter. A dark basement is therefore not suitable for winter quarters. Place the plant in the apartment or in the conservatory if one is available. Ideally, the temperature there is between 12 ° C and 18 ° C. If it is too warm, the orchid tree can easily develop horny shoots.

How do I care for my orchid tree in winter?

In winter, your orchid tree does not need any fertilizer, on the contrary, because too much nutrient supply can even harm it. The resulting horny shoots weaken the orchid tree. Cut back these shoots in spring.

You should now only water moderately. Check your orchid tree for an infestation with pests, then you can react in good time if necessary. Don't worry if it loses its leaves in winter. In most cases this is only temporary. The orchid tree will certainly sprout again in spring.

The most important tips for winter:

frost-free, better warm winter quarters
ideal temperature: 12 ° C to 18 ° C
Bring them to winter quarters in good time
do not fertilize
water only moderately
no drafts
occasionally check for pest infestation
possible leaf loss possible

Tips

The younger an orchid tree is, the more sensitive it will be to low temperatures. You should take this into account when choosing your winter accommodation.