Some sundew species are hardy and can remain outdoors all year round. Other varieties come from tropical and subtropical regions. They cannot tolerate sub-zero temperatures and are therefore grown indoors all year round.
How can I overwinter sundews successfully?
To overwinter sundews, note whether your plant is hardy or not. Hardy species overwinter outdoors without protection. Non-hardy species require constant temperatures and sufficient light indoors, although some prefer a cooler winter rest period.
How do you overwinter sundews?
Native Drosera is hardy. The rosettes retract and plants form winter buds that sprout again in spring. Special winterization is therefore not necessary.
Sundew species that are not hardy can be kept indoors all year round. Some varieties prefer winter dormancy, during which temperatures must be kept lower. You can also get by with less water during this time.
Other Drosera varieties need consistent temperatures and sufficient light all year round. If in doubt, find out which form of overwintering is recommended for your plant.
Tip
Even non-hardy Drosera species like it when they can enjoy fresh air on the balcony or terrace for a few weeks in summer. But make sure that the plants do not dry out.
