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