Overwintering guide
How to overwinter coral bells 'caramel'
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills coral bells 'caramel' in winter
Cutting coral bells 'caramel' 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.
More coral bells 'caramel' care
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Overwintering coral bells 'caramel' — FAQ
Does coral bells 'caramel' need to come indoors for winter?
Coral Bells 'Caramel' is hardy to roughly USDA zone 4 — winter lows around -34°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Coral Bells 'Caramel' 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 coral bells 'caramel' for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water coral bells 'caramel' in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills coral bells 'caramel' over winter?
Cutting coral bells 'caramel' 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.