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Do I have to overwinter the thimble hat?
In the summer he shows his best side. In the fall his seeds are growing. But what happens in the winter? Should one protect the thimble from frost or even bill it?
Hibernate? Not necessary everywhere
Who has planted the thimble in the bed, it does not need to protect the winter over with leaves and brushwood. This plant is hardy and can easily cope with temperatures down to -18 ° C.
The procedure of wintering is worthwhile only if your thimble is in a pot, for example, on the balcony. Cut the thimble down in the fall and place the pot in a frost-free place. During this time:
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If you do not cut off the seeds, the seeds survive the winter unscathed. They ripen in spring and germinate. Many new thimble plants are often the result.