What care and management does boxwood need before winter arrives?

Proper care for boxwood

Proper care is not only for winter but for the whole year. Only with proper irrigation and fertilization can the boxwood's own resistance be strengthened; this is the most basic rule for overwintering.

Set up a windbreak for boxwood

The winter wind is very cold. Setting up a windbreak around the outside of the boxwood not only blocks the wind but also provides some warmth.

Trunk treatment for boxwood

Trunk treatment needs no lengthy explanation. Whether for boxwood or other plants, the most commonly used overwintering methods are whitewashing the trunk or wrapping the trunk.

Overwintering boxwood plantations by the mulching method

This method is generally used in boxwood groves or boxwood plantations, spreading horse manure, plastic film or dry grass on the ground to help them overwinter.

Overwintering boxwood plantations by the smoke method

This also applies to large boxwood groves or boxwood plantations. On winter nights, light piles of grass beside the boxwood grove and use the smoke to keep the boxwood warm and moist. Although this method is simple and feasible, it carries a relatively high risk; winter is dry and fires are easily started, so safety must be paid close attention to when smoking.

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