The harlequin willow comes from Japan, but is considered a pioneer plant that quickly adapts to new climatic conditions. But does that also apply to the cold winter months? Find out the answer here.
Does the harlequin willow have to be overwintered?
The USDA hardiness zone indicates to what temperatures a plant is frost resistant. The harlequin willow achieves a value of 9 to 4 here, which means that it can not only be overwintered outdoors without any problems, but is even dependent on light frost. Since the temperatures in the local latitudes rarely drop below -30°C, you don't have to worry about your plant being damaged in winter.
tub and young plants
The situation is different with cultivation in pots and with young specimens. In the first few years you should protect your harlequin willow from frost.
manual
- You can also overwinter young plants outdoors
- A place on a south-facing house wall is recommended
- If the temperature is severely below zero, wrap the bucket in foil or a jute sack
- Make sure that the foil does not impede the oxygen supply
- Cover the substrate with a permeable fleece, brushwood or straw
The suitable place for wintering
Only bring your harlequin willow indoors in extreme emergencies. Enclosed rooms offer unfavorable conditions such as
- high humidity
- lack of light
- or warm heating air
If there is no way around hibernating indoors, you should choose a bright, cool room.
winter care
In winter, the harlequin willow requires little care. watering is rarely required as the plant sheds its leaves entirely. In addition, you prevent the moist substrate from freezing.