There are different types of Mühlenbeckia, which also have slightly different requirements. While the Mühlenbeckia complexa can only tolerate frost for short periods, the black-fruited wire bush (Mühlenbeckia axillaris) is considered moderately hardy and can overwinter outside.
Can I let my Mühlenbeckia overwinter outside?
The Mühlenbeckia complexa can only tolerate frost for a short time, while the more hardy Mühlenbeckia axillaris can overwinter in the garden. To protect the plants, winter protection should be created from brushwood, leaves or plant fleece. In mild areas, overwintering in the garden is definitely possible.
How do I care for my Mühlenbeckia in winter?
The Mühlenbeckia should not be fertilized in winter and should only be watered sparingly. However, the root ball must not dry out. In a mild area, both types of wire bush can survive in the garden. However, you should create winter protection from brushwood and leaves or protect your wire bush from severe frost with plant fleece (€10.00 on Amazon).
The most important things in brief:
- Mühlenbeckia complexa can only tolerate frost for short periods
- Mühlenbeckia axillaris moderately hardy
- ideal wintering temperature: approx. 5 °C to 10 °C
- do not fertilize and water little in winter
Tip
In a mild area, you can definitely try overwintering your Mühlenbeckia in the garden.
