Winter is coming and you are worried about your reeds? Find out here how to properly overwinter your reeds so that they are not damaged during the cold season.
Reeds do not need winter protection
Are reeds hardy?
Both Chinese reed and reed are very hardy. They are distributed all over the world and also thrive in places where it gets significantly colder in winter than here.
How to prepare your reeds for winter
However, one protective measure should be taken before the onset of winter: tie the dried fronds and leaves of your reed or Chinese reed together at the top. Above all, this prevents the penetration of moisture into the root area.
In addition, you should definitely not cut back your reeds before the onset of winter, thereby exposing the roots to the wet and cold.
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Even reeds that stand in the garden pond do not need winter protection.