Overwintering guide
How to overwinter wild garlic vine
Winter watering
Water only occasionally — enough that the rootball never dries out completely, no more. No feeding until spring growth begins.
The mistake that kills wild garlic vine in winter
Bringing wild garlic vine into a warm living room. Too much winter warmth forces weak, pale growth that collapses when it goes back outside — cool and bright beats warm and dim.
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Overwintering wild garlic vine — FAQ
Does wild garlic vine need to come indoors for winter?
Wild Garlic Vine is hardy to roughly USDA zone 9 — winter lows around -7°C. That means it takes cool conditions but not a real freeze. Wild Garlic Vine will take cool conditions but not a hard freeze, so the aim is a frost-free winter rather than a warm one. An unheated greenhouse, porch, conservatory or bright garage all work well. Keep it cool, bright and on the dry side, and it will hold steady until growth restarts in spring.
When should I move wild garlic vine for winter?
Move under cover before the first hard frost; back outside after the last spring frost.
How often should I water wild garlic vine in winter?
Water only occasionally — enough that the rootball never dries out completely, no more. No feeding until spring growth begins.
What kills wild garlic vine over winter?
Bringing wild garlic vine into a warm living room. Too much winter warmth forces weak, pale growth that collapses when it goes back outside — cool and bright beats warm and dim.