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- How can you overwinter the tree fern?
- Wintering strategy in the field
- Hibernate at home in the pot
- Tips & Tricks
Most tree ferns need winter protection; except hardy varieties like the New Zealand fern
How can you overwinter the tree fern?
Few tree ferns are considered hardy. Maybe that's the main reason why many plant friends prefer to put him in the apartment. But whether outside or inside - tree ferns should be wintered.
Wintering strategy in the field
Tree ferns such as the Australian or Tasmanian tree fern tolerate certain minus temperatures. They can be protected in winter as follows:
Hibernate at home in the pot
A tree fern, which was a houseplant in the living room during the summer, was supposed to move into a cool room in late autumn, which is not heated. Ideal are temperatures between 5 and 10 ° C and a high humidity. Do not forget to pour!
Tips & Tricks
Tree ferns planted on the balcony can be winterized by placing the pot on a wooden or styrofoam block, wrapping it with fleece and placing it against the wall of the house.