Ideal Temperature for Portuguese cherry laurel
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Signs of Cold Stress in Portuguese cherry laurel
Symptoms
Portuguese cherry laurel tolerates cold well and grows optimally when temperatures exceed 50℉. In winter, temperatures should remain above 41℉. If temperatures drop below 32℉, while no immediate winter damage may be apparent, branches can become brittle and dry by spring, with no new growth appearing.
Solutions
In spring, remove any dead branches that have not produced new foliage.
Signs of Heat Stress in Portuguese cherry laurel
Symptoms
During summer, Portuguese cherry laurel should be maintained below 77℉. When temperatures surpass 86℉, the plant's leaves may lighten in hue, tips might dry and shrivel, and it becomes more prone to sun damage.
Solutions
Remove any sun-damaged and desiccated sections. Relocate the plant to a spot offering protection from midday and afternoon sun, or use a shade fabric to provide cover. Water the plant in the morning and evening to maintain soil moisture.
