When spring is finally here, the almond trees are blooming again. But only if they made it through the winter well. Here you have to take a few precautions.
First the almond tree enchants us with its beautiful pink blossoms and then in autumn it also presents us with delicious almonds. However, all this only works if the almond tree gets the right amount of care. You also need to take him well through the winter. An almond tree is suitable for outdoors and can also spend the winter there, because frost and snow don't bother it - but only if it is protected. In addition, a late spring frost can greatly minimize flowering. The pretty white or pink flowers are then very reduced due to the frost damage. So protect the little tree properly during the cold season.
This is how almond trees survive the winter
Winter storage in the basement/conservatory:
If you want to enjoy the almond blossoms in all their glory, it is best to bring the almond tree indoors. A cool basement or conservatory is best suited for winter storage. Here the almond tree gets light and is not too warm. However, you must never position it next to the warm heater.
You will quickly notice that the wintering place in the basement or conservatory is very good for the almond trees. The saplings often bloom as early as March. A tree planted outdoors cannot compete with that. Incidentally, you can harvest more from trees that are indoors than from trees that are in the garden.
Wintering outdoors:
If you can't bring the almond tree into your house because you don't have a basement, for example, then it can spend the winter outside. However, you must then take some precautions to protect the plant from frost damage.
➧ Place the planter on a base made of Styrofoam or wooden slats so that it does not stand directly on the ground.
➧ Cover the pots with fleece, bubble wrap or a coconut mat. That way the frost can't get into the pot as quickly.
➧ It is best to always cover the root area with some brushwood, straw or leaves. This is especially true forAlmond trees planted in the bed.
➧ It is best to put a jute sack or a fleece hood over the upper part of the tree.
Does the almond tree have to be watered in winter?
Yes, the almond tree has to be watered in winter. But only if the soil is really dry. Then you can water it properly so that the roots in the lower area also get some water.