How to Overwinter Potted Mums
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The post How to Overwinter Potted Mums is by Jerad Bryant and appeared first on Epic Gardening, the best urban gardening, hydroponic gardening, and aquaponic gardening blog. Potted mums fill bare gardens in the fall with their flowers. They bloom at the end of the growing season, which is why they’re commonly available at stores at the end of summer. Though some mums are hardy, others are frost-tender. They need special care to survive the winter, especially if they’re growing in pots. The post How to Overwinter Potted Mums is by Jerad Bryant and appeared first on Epic Gardening, the best urban gardening, hydroponic gardening, and aquaponic gardening blog.
Key takeaways
What to know before you act on this, from the SteadScape editors.
- Identify your mum's species before winter; florist mums need indoor protection, while perennial mums can survive outdoors in USDA zones 8 and above.
- Prune spent flowers back to within 12 inches of the ground in late fall to help redirect energy into the roots for winter survival.
- Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch, such as compost or straw, on the soil surface to insulate roots and retain moisture during winter months.
- Wrap potted mums in burlap or thick fabric to create insulation; ensure this is done before the first frost to protect roots from freezing temperatures.
- If overwintering outdoors, place pots in a sheltered location, such as against a south-facing wall, to minimize exposure to harsh winds and frost.
- Best for
- Beginners with potted mums; plan in late fall before the first frost.
- Pairs with
- Garden Planner for your zone and frost dates.
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