Ideal Temperature for Desert olive

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Desert olive(Forestiera pubescens)
Desert olive(Forestiera pubescens)
Desert olive(Forestiera pubescens)
Desert olive(Forestiera pubescens)

Signs of Cold Stress in Desert olive

Symptoms

Desert olive tolerates cold moderately and flourishes optimally when temperatures exceed 60℉. In winter, maintain temperatures above 50℉. If temperatures drop below 32℉, foliage may begin to sag. Mild cases can recover, but severe cases lead to wilting and eventual leaf drop.

Solutions

Remove any parts damaged by frost. Before further exposure to cold, cover the plant with materials like non-woven fabric or cloth, and build a windbreak to shield it from chilly gusts.

Signs of Heat Stress in Desert olive

Symptoms

In summer, Desert olive should be kept below 80℉. When temperatures surpass 90℉, leaves lighten in color, tips may dry and shrivel, leaves might curl, and the plant becomes more prone to sun damage.

Solutions

Prune off any sun-scorched 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.

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