Ideal Temperature for Wild petunia

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Wild petunia(Ruellia humilis)
Wild petunia(Ruellia humilis)
Wild petunia(Ruellia humilis)
Wild petunia(Ruellia humilis)

Signs of Cold Temperatures in Wild petunia

Symptoms

Wild petunia tolerates cold well and flourishes when temperatures are above 68℉. In winter, maintain temperatures above 59℉. If temperatures drop below 50℉, while no immediate winter changes may be apparent, spring may see reduced or absent sprouting.

Solutions

In spring, remove any sections that have not sprouted.

Signs of Warm Temperatures in Wild petunia

Symptoms

In summer, Wild petunia should be kept below 77℉. When temperatures exceed 86℉, plant leaves might lighten, curl, be prone to sunburn, and in severe cases, the whole plant could 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 maintain soil moisture.

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