Overwintering guide
How to overwinter chinese cabbage 'michihili'
Winter watering
Water only occasionally — enough that the rootball never dries out completely, no more. No feeding until spring growth begins.
The mistake that kills chinese cabbage 'michihili' in winter
Bringing chinese cabbage 'michihili' into a warm living room. Too much winter warmth forces weak, pale growth that collapses when it goes back outside — cool and bright beats warm and dim.
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Overwintering chinese cabbage 'michihili' — FAQ
Does chinese cabbage 'michihili' need to come indoors for winter?
No hardiness zone is recorded for chinese cabbage 'michihili'; it prefers to stay above about 13°C (55°F) while in growth, so treat it as frost-tender unless you know otherwise for your area. Chinese Cabbage 'Michihili' will take cool conditions but not a hard freeze, so the aim is a frost-free winter rather than a warm one. An unheated greenhouse, porch, conservatory or bright garage all work well. Keep it cool, bright and on the dry side, and it will hold steady until growth restarts in spring.
When should I move chinese cabbage 'michihili' for winter?
Move under cover before the first hard frost; back outside after the last spring frost.
How often should I water chinese cabbage 'michihili' in winter?
Water only occasionally — enough that the rootball never dries out completely, no more. No feeding until spring growth begins.
What kills chinese cabbage 'michihili' over winter?
Bringing chinese cabbage 'michihili' into a warm living room. Too much winter warmth forces weak, pale growth that collapses when it goes back outside — cool and bright beats warm and dim.