Ideal Temperature for Lodgepole pine
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Signs of Cold Stress in Lodgepole pine
Symptoms
Lodgepole pine tolerates cold well and flourishes when temperatures exceed 50℉. In winter, maintain temperatures above 32℉. If temperatures drop below -22℉, while winter changes might be subtle, branches can become brittle and dry by spring, with no new growth appearing.
Solutions
In spring, remove any dead branches that haven't produced new foliage.
Signs of Heat Stress in Lodgepole pine
Symptoms
In summer, Lodgepole pine should be kept below 68℉. When temperatures surpass 77℉, the plant's leaves may lighten, tips might dry and wither, and it becomes more prone to sun damage.
Solutions
Remove any sun-damaged and dried sections. Relocate the plant to a spot offering protection from midday and afternoon sun, or use a shade cloth. Water the plant in the morning and evening to maintain soil moisture.
