Which planters are at risk?
Plant pots made of wood or ceramic in particular are at risk of bursting in winter. In contrast to stone pots, the material absorbs moisture. If it freezes, it expands. The bucket cannot withstand this pressure. Fiberglass planter on the other hand are considered to be very robust. They also protect your plants from aggressive UV rays in summer.
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General note: You should always coat a wooden bucket with a glaze to protect it.
Protect the planter from frost
The following steps are necessary when wintering planters:
- Install drainage
- Increase location
- Isolate the bucket
- plants protection
Install drainage
If you plant your flower pots in autumn, you must ensure that the irrigation water runs off. If the liquid builds up in the substrate, it doesn't just damage your plant. If the water freezes, it expands and bursts the pot. the Drainage layer should be at least a tenth of the bucket. Instructions for exact filling can be found on this side.
Increase location
If your planter is standing directly on the ground, the water will only run off to a limited extent. Even the popular coaster is not a solution in winter. When it snows, condensation collects in the bowl and freezes. It is therefore better to place your planter on a garden chair or on a shelf.
Isolate the bucket
When it is very cold, you should wrap your planter with a fleece or bubble wrap. The winter protection does not have to be a visual impairment. Coconut mats,(€ 21.90 at Amazon *) Jute or straw look very natural and retain the charm of a cottage garden.
Protect plants
Ultimately, you should too planting Protect your bucket from frost. If the roots are also covered with soil, they are the most sensitive part of the plant. Cover the substrate with a layer of mulch.
