How the milk star is properly overwintered depends on the variety. Hardy milk stars can remain in the garden. Frost-sensitive varieties, on the other hand, must be overwintered in a frost-free, dark place in the house.
Hardy varieties can simply be left in the ground
Overwinter hardy milkstar
Hardy milk star varieties can be in the garden all year round. A special overwintering is not necessary. At best, you can put some brushwood or leaves over the plants before winter.
Store bulbs of non-hardy milk star frost-free
Varieties that are not hardy like Ornithogalum dubium like to be placed outside after flowering. But they must not get frost.
Bring the pots indoors when the milk star has curled up.
- Take tubers out of the ground
- shake well
- let dry
- store dry and dark
tips
The milk star is a bulbous plant that is very robust and therefore rarely suffers from diseases. In most cases, incorrect care is responsible for problems. Watch out for aphid infestations.