When winter is just around the corner, hydrangeas also need to be prepared for the frosty months. In order to overwinter the plant as best as possible, it should be packed. The simple care measure protects the hydrangea and ensures that the plant's he alth is maintained.
How and when are hydrangeas packaged?
Hydrangeas are alreadyin autumnwinterized and packed. The crown is covered with awarming fleeceor ajute sack. The material protects the plant from winter frost. The roots are then covered with leaves and brushwood.
Do hardy hydrangeas also have to be packed?
Wrapping hardy hydrangeas isnot absolutely necessary, but you should still protect your plants from frost as much as possible. Therefore, also pack the crowns of frost-resistant hydrangeas. A fleece or a simple jute bag is particularly helpful as it keeps the cold away from the colorful plants. Winterization is completed in just a few minutes and should therefore not be neglected.
Is the packaged hydrangea also fertilized in winter?
Packaged hydrangeas shouldno longer be fertilized. The last fertilization should take place in autumn at the latest. The plant only needs a fraction of the nutrients in the winter months. Additional fertilization of the hydrangea is therefore not necessary and is not beneficial for the he alth of the plant.
Tip
Care for hydrangeas even after packaging
If you have already packed your hydrangeas thoroughly, you will still need to take care of them from time to time. Regular watering is particularly important. This should not be interrupted even in winter, as in the worst case scenario the hydrangea will dry out. The amount of fluid required does not change even in winter.
