The boxwood retains its numerous leaves even in winter. Snowflakes can land wonderfully on it and gradually build up to become a heavy burden. Then it becomes critical. Branches bend and eventually break. This must not happen.
Do I have to protect my boxwood from snow load?
A thin blanket of snow will not harm your boxwood. It can even protect him from freezing temperatures. Larger amounts of snowyou shouldremove immediatelyso that the crown does not break apart under the load. As a preventive measure, you can tie the branches together or cover them with aTape.
What effects does a blanket of snow have on the boxwood?
The boxwood is hardy, but can suffer damage in severe frosts. A blanket of snow is definitely useful in this regard because it acts as an insulating layer. But the thicker it gets, the heavier it becomes. These are the consequences:
- the snow load can no longer be supported
- Branches lean to the side
- Measures of snow slide in between
- pushing the branches even further apart
- the densecrown gets holes
- the original form is lost
- individualbranches can break off
How do I get the snow off the boxwood?
Remove the snow from the plant as soon as you find the amount of snow too heavy. If you are not sure, it is better to act immediately. The easiest way to sweep away the snowis with a broom. However, you must be careful not to apply pressure. Otherwise the snow can sink into the crown and push it apart. If necessary, gently shake the branches until all snow remains fall to the ground.
What can I do to prevent snow load?
You can tie beautifully shaped crowns together with hemp ropestie them togetherThis way they won't fall apart even under heavy snow loads. Covers made of plant fleecealso reliably prevent snow from getting inside the crown. Tent-like structures with a smoothPlane The snow cannot stick to them and slide to the ground are also ideal. In a very snowy winter, you can keep a box tree in a pot indoors in a bright and cool place, or at least place it in a protected, covered place.
Why should the box hedge be cut trapezoidally?
If a box hedge is cut trapezoidally, i.e. narrower towards the top, then the weight is distributed over a larger area. This allows thesnow load to be carried more easily.
What do I do if the crown gets holes due to snow load?
The inclined branches, if they are not broken, will bend back a little on their own in the spring. You can also help by tying them upBut there may still be small gaps. It is better if you cut the boxwood back heavily in spring. The new growth will gradually close the gaps over time.
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Also protect other plants from snow load
Other plants in the garden can also collapse under the weight of snow. You should regularly remove snow from plants that require a beautifully shaped crown.
