Hardy or not?

An exotic: Not winter-proof

Originally the Lead root from climatically warmer regions of the world. As a result, it can handle low temperatures poorly. As soon as it gets frosty, the end is near. For a short time it can survive light frost. But it cannot withstand a real Central European winter with longer periods of frost.

Winter safely indoors

It is advisable not to plant the lead root in the first place, but to keep it in the bucket. Then it can easily be put in the autumn and overwintered indoors. You have two options: wintering in a bright room or in a dark room.

If you opt for a bright room for the winter, such as the winter garden, it should be between 7 and 12 ° C. If, on the other hand, you choose a dark room such as the basement, the temperatures there should be between 5 and 8 ° C.

Cut down before wintering

Before you quarter your leadwort, it should be cut down. Here you can proceed mercilessly.

Cut They all shoot back in half. This makes it quicker to find a place for the plant, it takes up less space and needs less water.

What should you watch out for in winter care?

On the following care should be emphasized in winter:

• do not fertilize
• pour little
• examine for pest infestation (is often used by Spider mites and aphids)
• Beware of moisture -> gray mold
• Clean off dead leaves
• Repot from the end of February

Hibernate outside in mild locations

Have you planted your leadwort and live in a climatically mild region? Then maybe the plant can be outside overwintered will. Protect it generously with fleece and cut it back 2/3 to 1/2 beforehand!