Where does reed come from?
There are reeds almost everywhere in the world, except in particularly hot, tropical areas. It is widespread in Europe and especially in Northern Europe. Reed can therefore tolerate a very wide range of temperatures and climatic conditions.
Chinese reed, as the name suggests, comes from China, but is also native to Japan and Korea.
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- Hibernate the reeds properly
- Pull the reeds in the pot
- Maintain the reeds properly
How hardy is reed?
Both reeds and Chinese reeds are naturally extremely robust and hardy. Both can easily withstand temperatures down to -20 degrees or even colder. But beware! Newer breeds may show less winter hardiness. Therefore, make sure to inquire about the winter hardiness when buying.
Does reed need winter protection?
Due to the good winter hardiness, reeds do not in principle need winter protection. However, there are a few things to keep in mind, and it is better to be safe than sorry, especially in very cold locations.
- Under no circumstances should you cut reeds before winter! The leaves serve as protection for the roots from the cold and wet.
- Tie the leaves together at the top so they don't break off in a storm.
- In very cold regions you can use something as a preventative measure Mulch(€ 239.00 at Amazon *) or the like protect from the cold.
Hibernate reeds in a pot
Chinese reeds can also be overwintered outdoors in pots. However, you should take protective precautions here: Give a good portion in the fall Mulch or sticks around the roots and wrap the pot in a blanket or other insulating material a. You should also make sure that the bucket is as sheltered from the wind as possible.
Reeds in the pot should be moved to a frost-free place. Otherwise the water will freeze completely and can destroy both the pot and the roots of the reed.
