Ideal Temperature for Prickly castor oil tree
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Signs of Cold Temperatures in Prickly castor oil tree
Symptoms
Prickly castor oil tree tolerates cold well and flourishes optimally when temperatures exceed 60℉. In winter, maintain temperatures above 50℉. If temperatures drop below 32℉, while no immediate winter changes may be apparent, branches can become brittle and dry by spring, with no new growth emerging.
Solutions
During spring, remove any dead branches that have not produced new foliage.
Signs of High Temperatures in Prickly castor oil tree
Symptoms
In summer, Prickly castor oil tree should be kept below 75℉. When temperatures surpass 85℉, the plant's leaves might lighten in hue, their tips may dry and shrivel, and the plant becomes more prone to sun damage.
Solutions
Cut off the sun-damaged and desiccated sections. Relocate the plant to a spot offering protection from the midday and afternoon sun, or use a shade cloth for cover. Water the plant in the morning and evening to maintain soil moisture.
