Overwintering guide
How to overwinter japanese spirea 'anthony waterer'
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills japanese spirea 'anthony waterer' in winter
Cutting japanese spirea 'anthony waterer' hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.
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Overwintering japanese spirea 'anthony waterer' — FAQ
Does japanese spirea 'anthony waterer' need to come indoors for winter?
Japanese Spirea 'Anthony Waterer' is hardy to roughly USDA zone 4 — winter lows around -34°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Japanese Spirea 'Anthony Waterer' is properly hardy and overwinters outside without fuss. Tidy away anything dead or diseased, apply a mulch over the crown to steady soil temperatures, and otherwise leave it alone — many hardy plants actually need a cold period to flower and grow well the following year. Save hard pruning for the right season rather than doing it in autumn.
When should I move japanese spirea 'anthony waterer' for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water japanese spirea 'anthony waterer' in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills japanese spirea 'anthony waterer' over winter?
Cutting japanese spirea 'anthony waterer' hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.