Overwintering guide
How to overwinter hedera colchica
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills hedera colchica in winter
Cutting hedera colchica hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.
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Overwintering hedera colchica — FAQ
Does hedera colchica need to come indoors for winter?
Hedera colchica is hardy to roughly USDA zone 6 — winter lows around -23°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Hedera colchica is properly hardy and overwinters outside without fuss. Tidy away anything dead or diseased, apply a mulch over the crown to steady soil temperatures, and otherwise leave it alone — many hardy plants actually need a cold period to flower and grow well the following year. Save hard pruning for the right season rather than doing it in autumn.
When should I move hedera colchica for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water hedera colchica in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills hedera colchica over winter?
Cutting hedera colchica hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.