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