Overwintering guide
How to overwinter cramer's amazon celosia
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 cramer's amazon celosia in winter
Bringing cramer's amazon celosia 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 cramer's amazon celosia — FAQ
Does cramer's amazon celosia need to come indoors for winter?
Cramer's Amazon celosia is hardy to roughly USDA zone 9 — winter lows around -7°C. That means it takes cool conditions but not a real freeze. Cramer's Amazon celosia 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 cramer's amazon celosia for winter?
Move under cover before the first hard frost; back outside after the last spring frost.
How often should I water cramer's amazon celosia in winter?
Water only occasionally — enough that the rootball never dries out completely, no more. No feeding until spring growth begins.
What kills cramer's amazon celosia over winter?
Bringing cramer's amazon celosia 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.