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Old 30-Jun-2005   #11
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The overnight temp is not the only thing to watch for. Remember to keep an eye on the wind that is expected. Temps in the 40's with a wind in the 20's could cause a wind chill that could do real damage to tropical trees.

I lived in Florida for 15 years and lost a Divi Divi when the temp was 50 but the wind was 20 mph. That tree does not like it in the 40's at all.

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Hi,

I have recently acquired a pretty nice Ficus Wiandi it has a 2" trunk is 15 years old and about 13" tall.

Since it is Summer here I decided to put it outside for now unlike my other Ficus. My question is, how long can this guy be safely kept outside in my area? Obviously, it will be too cold in the Winter, but what is the best time to start thinking about bringing it in?

Thanks for the help.......
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Interestring info, I also have a Bucida Spinosa!


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The overnight temp is not the only thing to watch for. Remember to keep an eye on the wind that is expected. Temps in the 40's with a wind in the 20's could cause a wind chill that could do real damage to tropical trees.


Not wanting to start an argument here but plants are not affected by wind chill factors. Wind desiccation yes. Just a small difference but an important one.
The results however are the same.
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