Ideal Temperature for Leatherleaf mahonia
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Signs of Cold Stress in Leatherleaf mahonia
Symptoms
Leatherleaf mahonia tolerates cool temperatures moderately well, flourishing optimally above 60℉. In winter, maintain temperatures above 55℉. If temperatures drop below 50℉, foliage may begin to sag. Minor cases allow recovery, but severe instances lead to wilting and eventual leaf drop.
Solutions
Remove sections damaged by frost. Before further cold exposure, cover the plant with materials like non-woven fabric or burlap, and build a windbreak to shield it from chilling gusts.
Signs of Heat Stress in Leatherleaf mahonia
Symptoms
In summer, Leatherleaf mahonia needs temperatures below 75℉. When temperatures surpass 80℉, leaves may lighten in color, tips might dry and shrivel, foliage could curl, and the plant becomes more prone to sunscald.
Solutions
Prune off any sun-damaged and desiccated portions. Relocate the plant to a spot offering protection from intense midday and afternoon sun, or use a shade cloth for cover. Water the plant in the morning and evening to maintain soil moisture.
