Overwintering guide
How to overwinter apricot sprite hyssop
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills apricot sprite hyssop in winter
Cutting apricot sprite hyssop 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 apricot sprite hyssop — FAQ
Does apricot sprite hyssop need to come indoors for winter?
Apricot Sprite Hyssop is hardy to roughly USDA zone 6 — winter lows around -23°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Apricot Sprite Hyssop 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 apricot sprite hyssop for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water apricot sprite hyssop in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills apricot sprite hyssop over winter?
Cutting apricot sprite hyssop 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.