Overwintering guide
How to overwinter broad-petalled cranesbill
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills broad-petalled cranesbill in winter
Cutting broad-petalled cranesbill 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 broad-petalled cranesbill — FAQ
Does broad-petalled cranesbill need to come indoors for winter?
Broad-Petalled Cranesbill is hardy to roughly USDA zone 5 — winter lows around -29°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Broad-Petalled Cranesbill 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 broad-petalled cranesbill for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water broad-petalled cranesbill in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills broad-petalled cranesbill over winter?
Cutting broad-petalled cranesbill 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.