Overwintering guide
How to overwinter diascia 'wink coral pink'
Winter watering
Water rarely, and only in dry spells — winter wet is a bigger risk than winter cold. Make sure containers drain freely.
The mistake that kills diascia 'wink coral pink' in winter
Leaving diascia 'wink coral pink' in a pot standing in a saucer of water. Waterlogged compost freezes solid around the roots and kills plants that would have survived the cold perfectly well.
More diascia 'wink coral pink' care
Overwintering diascia 'wink coral pink' — FAQ
Does diascia 'wink coral pink' need to come indoors for winter?
Diascia 'Wink Coral Pink' is hardy to roughly USDA zone 8 — winter lows around -12°C. That means it survives outside in mild areas, but wants shelter in a hard winter. Diascia 'Wink Coral Pink' can stay outside over winter in most areas, but appreciates some protection in a cold snap. Mulch generously over the root zone, move containers against a sheltered wall (pots freeze far harder than open ground), and have horticultural fleece ready for the worst nights. The roots are what you are protecting — top growth can be sacrificed and regrown.
When should I move diascia 'wink coral pink' for winter?
Mulch and move pots into shelter in late autumn, before the first hard frosts.
How often should I water diascia 'wink coral pink' in winter?
Water rarely, and only in dry spells — winter wet is a bigger risk than winter cold. Make sure containers drain freely.
What kills diascia 'wink coral pink' over winter?
Leaving diascia 'wink coral pink' in a pot standing in a saucer of water. Waterlogged compost freezes solid around the roots and kills plants that would have survived the cold perfectly well.