How to overwinter Mediterranean plants and prepare them for the next season

Mediterranean plants bring a holiday atmosphere to our gardens – the scent of the sea, sun, and south. How to overwinter Mediterranean plants? Olive trees, oleanders, lavender, and citrus trees have become an integral part of modern garden design. But while they survive the winter without any problems in the Mediterranean, they need special care here to wake up to their beauty again in the spring.

Why overwintering is important

If you dream of having your own dream garden full of exotic greenery, winter care is key. How to overwinter Mediterranean plants? Mediterranean plants such as oleander, olive trees, citrus fruits, rosemary, and lavender come from warm regions, so they do not tolerate prolonged frosts well. Proper winterization is essential if you want to use them in your garden in our region.

The right conditions for overwintering

• Light and heat: Plants such as oleander and citrus trees require a bright location with a temperature between 5 and 12 °C. Ideally, they should be moved to a winter garden, garage, or basement with a window.
• Watering: Water plants only lightly during winter – the soil should remain slightly moist, not soggy.
• Protection from frost: If the plants are planted in a flower bed, cover them with gardening fabric, straw mats, or a layer of leaves.
• Citrus and olive trees in pots: Bring them indoors before the first frost. In cold areas, it is advisable to grow them in mobile containers that can be easily moved.

Ideal species for a turnkey garden

If you are planning a turnkey garden, Mediterranean plants can transform your outdoor space beyond recognition. Recommended species for Slovak conditions are:

• European olive tree (Olea europaea) – a symbol of the south, suitable for growing in pots.
• Oleander (Nerium oleander) – blooms all summer, but cannot tolerate frost.
• Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) and lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) – more resistant species that can be grown even in soil with minimal protection.
• Lemon tree (Citrus limon) – a popular decorative tree that can bear fruit indoors during the winter.

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