Table of contents
- Save dried eucalyptus
- How to save the eucalyptus:
- fight pests
- Prevent a spider mite infestation in the winter quarters:
- Safely overwinter eucalyptus
- Overwinter eucalyptus outdoors
- Overwinter eucalyptus indoors
- frequently asked Questions
Eucalyptus in tubs spends the winter best in a frost-protected place in the house. It is not uncommon for the beautiful eucalyptus plants to dry up during the winter. We show what you can do about it.
Save dried eucalyptus
If you notice in spring that your eucalyptus has dried up during the winter, you need help quickly. Reasons for dying leaves can be:
- missing light
- lack of water supply
- waterlogging
- pests
How to save the eucalyptus:
- Take the plant out of the bucket. Check up on the plant pests in the root area.
- Place the eucalyptus in a bowl of water to allow the roots to soak well.
- Fill your new bucket with a drainage layer of gravel or pottery shards.
- Plant the eucalyptus in loose, nutrient-rich substrate.
- Now cut off the dried shoots. To do this, use sharp, clean scissors.
- Place the plant in a bright, sunny spot and water it regularly.
fight pests
If during the winter of the eucalyptus If the leaves dry up, pests can also be the cause in rare cases. Due to the essential oils contained in leaves and shoots, eucalyptus is usually well protected against pests. Frequently occur in the warm, dry winter quarters nevertheless spider mites on.
Tip:
Check plants in winter quarters regularly. Spider mites can be recognized by their fine white webs. The insects suck the sap of the plants. The leaves then wither and fall off. Rinse the leaves with a strong jet of water.
Prevent a spider mite infestation in the winter quarters:
- Avoid drop in humidity in winter quarters
- water regularly
- Spray leaves with water
A notice:
Did you know that eucalyptus is also known as the blue gum tree because of its blue-green leaves?
Safely overwinter eucalyptus
Who eucalyptus cultivated as a container plant, must start looking for a suitable winter quarters by autumn at the latest. Although some varieties are cold tolerant, container plants should not spend the winter outdoors. Only in really mild areas can the plant with the blue-green leaves stay outside. So that your eucalyptus at the hibernate not dried up, you should note the following.
Overwinter eucalyptus outdoors
- Water the eucalyptus plant thoroughly again before wintering.
- Wrap the plant pot in bubble wrap.
- Place the bucket on a wooden base. Make sure that excess water can drain off easily.
- Cover the root area with leaves.
- Wrap the trunk of the eucalyptus tree with burlap or fleece.
Overwinter eucalyptus indoors
- Choose a bright room with a temperature of around 10 degrees Celsius for the winter. Conservatories and greenhouses are also suitable.
- Note: Eucalyptus must not be left in the dark in winter. A lack of light during the winter can cause the eucalyptus leaves to dry out.
- Water the eucalyptus regularly. In no case should the root dry out completely.
- Avoid waterlogging. A drainage layer in the bucket and a permeable substrate protect against this.
A notice:
The water supply in winter decides whether you can enjoy the beauty of the plant again in the new year. Check regularly whether the root ball is still sufficiently moist.
frequently asked Questions
You can dispose of the dried branches and leaves on the compost. Dry eucalyptus leaves are actually too good to throw away. Try to see if they still have fragrances in them. You can use them as an aromatic bath additive.
A particularly hardy variety of eucalyptus is Eucalyptus gunnii, known as Tasmania gum or cider gum, with its blue-green, fragrant leaves. In mild regions it can be cultivated in beds. In winter, cover the root area with a thick layer of leaves and sticks. Protect the trunk with sackcloth, because the winter sun can cause frost cracks. We recommend cultivating eucalyptus in tubs and overwintering indoors.
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