In contrast to the vast majority of Mediterranean citrus plants, a calamondin does not go weak when grown indoors. This attribute opens up unimagined options for a he althy overwintering of a Citrus mitis. Read the details here.
How do I properly overwinter a calamondin plant?
To overwinter Calamondin successfully, you should bring the plant indoors at temperatures around 15 degrees Celsius and place it in a sunny, south-facing window. Water with lime-free water, fertilize every 4 weeks and ensure humidity.
Tidying up and maintaining – How to do it right
The transition from outdoor to indoor should be as gentle as possible. To ensure that your orange quickly adapts to the climate in your home, it must not be subjected to any drastic temperature differences. How to do it right:
- Put away the ornamental tree when temperatures are around 15 degrees Celsius
- Place in a sunny, warm south-facing window or in the heated winter garden
- Water with lime-free water when the substrate is noticeably dry
- Fertilize every 4 weeks from September to April
Apart from the extended fertilization intervals, the care continues seamlessly in winter. We also recommend taking precautions against the influence of dry heating air. Set up a humidifier (€61.00 on Amazon) and fill the coaster with expanded clay and water. If you spray the leaves with a gentle mist of soft water every few days, your orange will feel right at home even in winter.
