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- Wintering torch lighs - that's how it works!
- Provide winter protection outdoors
- Choose winter hardy torchlight varieties
- Tips & Tricks
Wintering torch lighs - that's how it works!
Torch lilies are native to southern and eastern Africa. Most varieties are therefore not hardy. So hibernate your torch lice properly.
Provide winter protection outdoors
Choose a protected location. In the fall, bind the leaves of the torch lily above to protect the center of the plant from moisture.
Cover the perennial with a layer of leaves to protect against frost.
Torchella varieties that you do not know if they are hardy should be kept in a bucket and kept in the house for the winter.
Choose winter hardy torchlight varieties
There are now some breeds that are hardy, and only need light winter protection:
Tips & Tricks
Because of their eye-catching flower shape, torch lilies are also called "rocket flowers". The botanical name is Kniphofia.