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- Is the leadwort winter hardy enough to stay outside?
- An exotic: Not winterproof
- Surely overwinter inside
- Cut down before wintering
- What should be considered in winter care?
- Hibernate outside in mild conditions
- Tips
Leadwort tolerates no frost at all
Is the leadwort winter hardy enough to stay outside?
With its sky blue flowers, its rapid growth and its ability to even act as a climber, the leadwort makes many friends in the world of plant lovers. But what will become of him in the winter?
An exotic: Not winterproof
Originally the leadwort comes from climatically warmer regions of the earth. As a result, he can barely handle low temperatures. As soon as it is frosty, its end is near. For a short time, it can survive light frost. But a real, Central European winter with longer frost periods, he does not stand up.
Surely overwinter inside
It is recommended not to plant the leadwort at all, but to keep it in the bucket. Then he can easily be put in the fall and overwintered indoors. You have two options: Hibernation in a bright room or in a dark room.
If you opt for a bright room for the winter, such as the winter garden, it should be cool between 7 and 12 ° C. On the other hand, if your choice falls on a dark room such as the basement, the temperatures there should be between 5 and 8 ° C.
Cut down before wintering
Before you settle your leadwort, it should be cut down. Here you can act mercilessly. Cut all shoots back in half. Thus, a place for the plant can be found faster, it occupies less space and requires less water.
What should be considered in winter care?
The following care should be taken in winter:
Hibernate outside in mild conditions
You have planted your leadwort and live in a climatically mild region? Then the plant may be overwintered outside. Protect it generously with fleece and cut it back by 2/3 to 1/2!
Tips
Do not panic: In a dark wintering quarter, the leadwort loses its leaves. If you make it brighter again in the spring, it's going to be redrawn.