Re: Time to put the bananas to sleep for the Winter
QUESTIONS
What do you think?
Should I remove any leaves?
I heard spider mites become a large problem - should I worry too much?
Do the plants "drip" during their indoor wintering?
Should I provide supplemental light to sustain them?
When should I make the move? The Siam Ruby is the least cold tolerant - correct? I figured I'd wait until the nights start dropping below 45F.
When should I stop watering them? Should I fertilize again?
Brad:
I would not remove all the leaves, Keeping some leaves will help the plant to capture the sunlight.
Spider mites will find you indoors, but there are several sprays that will help control them. I use a soap based spray that is sold at your lowes or home depot type store.
Yes if you spray or mist the leaves they might drip on the floor. If thats a problem throw down a towel or after a minute wipe the leaf down.
If you have lights all the better
I personally move my Siams when it hits under 50 degrees
I would stop watering a couple of days before you move them inside and then water very sparingly. And no fertilizer til spring.
This is just what has worked for me so seek advise from a couple of other sources as there are different ways....And I see your in Ann Arbor so goooo Buckeyes....lol
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