Ideal Temperature for Florida beggar weed

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Florida beggar weed(Desmodium tortuosum)
Florida beggar weed(Desmodium tortuosum)
Florida beggar weed(Desmodium tortuosum)
Florida beggar weed(Desmodium tortuosum)

Signs of Cold Stress in Florida beggar weed

Symptoms

Florida beggar weed tolerates cold well and flourishes optimally when temperatures exceed 68℉. In winter, maintain temperatures above 59℉. If temperatures drop below 50℉, while winter changes might be unnoticeable, spring sprouting could be reduced or absent.

Solutions

In spring, remove any sections that did not sprout.

Signs of Heat Stress in Florida beggar weed

Symptoms

In summer, Florida beggar weed should be maintained below 86℉. When temperatures surpass 95℉, leaves may lighten, curl, become prone to sunburn, and in severe instances, the whole plant might wilt and dry out.

Solutions

Remove any sun-damaged and desiccated portions. Relocate the plant to a spot offering midday and afternoon shade, or use a shade cloth. Water the plant in the morning and evening to keep the soil damp.

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