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- The Japanese lavender heath - hardy, but not always
- The Central European winter is over
- In the bucket: This requires frost protection
- Beware of the winter sun
- Do not let the earth dry out
- Tips & Tricks
The Japanese lavender heath can tolerate down to -23 degrees
The Japanese lavender heath - hardy, but not always
The poisonous Japanese lavender heather does not have much in common with real lavender, although her name suggests otherwise. He who cherishes and cares for her will enjoy her for a long time. But only if she survives the winter time ...
The Central European winter is over
You can rest assured: The Japanese lavender heath is prepared for the Central European winter. It tolerates frost down to -23 ° C. However, sometimes it does not survive the winter. What can this be?
In the bucket: This requires frost protection
A Japanese lavender heather, which stood in the pot or bucket on the balcony or terrace, can freeze in the winter time. For this reason, all Japanese lavender heaths should be frosted in the pot / bucket in late autumn.
That's how it's done:
Beware of the winter sun
Not only shadow bells in the pot are at risk for the cold season. Even shadow bells, which are in the blazing sun in winter (the sun is lower in winter), can suffer when there is low frost at the same time as the sunshine. The flower buds and young shoots can be destroyed by the interaction of frost and sun.
To prevent this, you should plant your Japanese lavender heath as a precaution to a partially shaded to shady location. If she is exposed to the winter sun, she should be covered with leaves or brushwood. From February, the protective blanket can be removed again, so that the shoot is not hindered.
Do not let the earth dry out
Crucial to survive the winter is that the soil of this evergreen plant does not dry out. It is not uncommon to think in winter that you do not have to take care of your plants. However, dryness requires this evergreen plant water.
Tips & Tricks
In cooler and non-sheltered locations, the Japanese lavender heather should always be protected in winter. The cool and dry winds could harm their leaves among others.