During the summer, potted blackberry plants have several advantages to offer. But when the harvest season is over, winter sets in outdoors. Frost is a barrier to survival for perennial shrubs. A new season only follows safe wintering.
How can I overwinter blackberries in a pot?
Blackberries in pots are happy about a frost-free, brightWinter quartersYou can also leave them outside if you give thema protected placeat all times. You should then wrap up the pot before the first frostso that the soil and roots do not freeze.
What does the ideal wintering location look like?
It's nice if an unheatedwinter gardenor a frost-freegaragewith a window is available for potted blackberries. If neither is possible, it's not so bad, because the hardy blackberries are robust enough to be able to overwinter outside with a little support. In this case, move the berry bushclose to a house wall so that the bush is protected.
How can I best insulate the pot of the blackberry bush?
In practice, fleece, jute, bamboo mats and cushioning film have proven to be effective as winter protection for plants. They are readily available, inexpensive and can be used multiple times. You can also choose from these materials for your blackberries.
- Take winter protection measures in autumn
- potwrap several times
- Cover the soil thickly with dry leaves or moss
- Protect the earth from cold ground
- z. E.g. wooden board orPlace polystyrene under the pot
Alternatively, you can place the blackberry pot in a much larger pot and fill the gaps with dry leaves or wood shavings.
How do I care for blackberries in pots in winter?
In winter, the potted plant needs almost no care. You should stop fertilizing in July. Wait until spring to cut back. Watering is also not absolutely necessary as it rains more often outside. Do not cover the soil too tightly so that water can seep through. In a garage or winter garden you shouldonly water the blackberries occasionally
Tip
Use a large pot for successful wintering
Plant blackberries that need to overwinter outside in a pot that has at least 25 liter capacity. Otherwise the earth can freeze despite protective measures.
