Winter is the time of rest for plants. But that doesn't mean that you don't need to take care of them anymore. So that e.g. terrace plants can overwinter, you have to check on them regularly.
Pack the plants well
Usually you want to do everything as well as possible so that the plants can survive the winter without any problems. But even here you can make a lot of mistakes. If your plants overwinter on the terrace or balcony and you have already prepared and packed them well, then this is the first step in the right direction. To ensure that they survive the winter well, we have three more important tips for you.
Overwintering patio plants - 3 tips
- Don't forget to water the plants! Evergreen plants need water even in winter. That's why you shouldn't just stop watering. You should also remove the saucers under the flower pots, as they can freeze over in frost and cause root rot.
- If you have wrapped the flower pots in bubble wrap, make sure that the soil is not covered by the foil. This affects breathing.
- If it snows on your plants, please do not remove the snow. If it cannot be worn, it will fall off by itself, the rest is natural thermal protection.