Ideal Temperature for Lesser calamint

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Lesser calamint(Clinopodium nepeta)
Lesser calamint(Clinopodium nepeta)
Lesser calamint(Clinopodium nepeta)
Lesser calamint(Clinopodium nepeta)

Signs of Cold Temperatures in Lesser calamint

Symptoms

Lesser calamint tolerates cold well and flourishes optimally when temperatures exceed 60℉. In winter, it needs to stay above 50℉. If temperatures drop below 40℉, while no immediate winter changes might be apparent, spring may see reduced or absent sprouting.

Solutions

In spring, remove any sections that have not sprouted.

Signs of High Temperatures in Lesser calamint

Symptoms

In summer, Lesser calamint should be maintained below 75℉. When temperatures surpass 85℉, the plant's leaves might lighten, curl, become prone to sunburn, and in severe instances, the entire plant could wilt and dry out.

Solutions

Remove any parts that are sunburned and dried. Relocate the plant to a spot offering shade from the midday and afternoon sun, or use a shade cloth for protection. Water the plant in the morning and evening to maintain soil moisture.

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