The pipe bindweed is one of the robust climbing plants that require little care and can also cope well with severe frosts. Winter protection is not required outdoors. However, if the plant is cared for in a bucket, the root ball must be protected from frost in winter.

The pipe winch does not need winter protection

Pipe vines are hardy

The pipe winch is absolutely robust. Frost temperatures do not bother the plant. Since the leaves fall off in winter, there is no risk of frost for the above-ground parts anyway.

However, the roots of the climbing plant must not freeze completely.

Protect pipe winches in the bucket from frost

In the bucket, the pipe bindweed is not quite as hardy. Here the earth freezes much faster than in the open air. Potted plants must therefore be protected from frost:

  • Place bucket on styrofoam or wood
  • look for a sheltered spot on the terrace or in the corner of the house
  • Wrap the pot with foil or jute
  • above-ground parts do not need winter protection

Make sure that the tub with the pipe winch spends the winter in a somewhat sheltered spot. A corner of the house is ideal, as is a place on the terrace against the wall of the house.

The location must not be too draughty. Make sure that the pipevine is sheltered from strong fall and winter storms to keep the plant from tipping over.

Protect pipe vines from drying out in winter

In winter, the pipe winch is more affected by drought than frost. After long periods of frost or very stormy days, the soil dries out considerably, especially if the soil is not protected by snow. The roots can then no longer draw water and the plant dries up.

Regular watering, even during the winter months, is part of the hibernation of the pipe bindweed.

Watering is done on days when it's not freezing. This applies to all pipe vines, regardless of whether they are planted outdoors or grown in pots. Basically, it is important to ensure a regular water supply.

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The leaves of the pipe bindweed sprout in May and remain on the plant until November. They turn yellow and then fall off. The leafless young shoots have a greenish color, so that the pipe morning glory does not appear as bare as other climbing plants, even in winter.

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