How much frost can a camellia tolerate?

How much frost can a camellia tolerate?

Many camellia varieties tolerate temperatures down to around -5 ° C, at least for a short period of time. It shouldn't get much colder unless you've got a really hardy new breed. Icy winds and / or a wet winter are major risk factors for a camellia's survival in the wild. It should definitely be protected from that.

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How do I treat frost damage to a camellia?

First, you protect your camellia from further damage. If possible, move the plant to a more sheltered place. This is certainly not a problem with a potted plant. If, on the other hand, the camellia is outside in frozen ground, then wrap the plant loosely with a special plant fleece or bubble wrap. Any pruning should only be done in late spring.

Where should I hibernate my camellia?

A camellia in a pot should ideally be overwintered frost-free. The same applies to a young plant that is still sensitive to frost. Perhaps you have a slightly heated greenhouse or a cool winter garden, then put your camellia there. The temperature should be around + 5 ° C, in no case warmer than 12 ° C. A camellia needs a certain cold stimulus, otherwise it will not bloom.

How do I care for my camellia in winter?

The camellia is an evergreen plant, so it needs sufficient water to survive even in winter. However, the required amount is less than in summer. Tap water that is very calcareous, however, is not very suitable because the camellia prefers a slightly acidic environment. Fertilization is not necessary during the winter break.

The essentials in brief:

  • overwinter young camellia and potted plants frost-free
  • Winterize older camellia to prevent frost damage
  • slight frost (down to - 5 ° C) mostly harmless for a short time

Tips

Most camellia species tolerate mild frost, at least for a short time.