Overwintering guide
How to overwinter finger poppy mallow
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills finger poppy mallow in winter
Cutting finger poppy mallow 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.
More finger poppy mallow care
Overwintering finger poppy mallow — FAQ
Does finger poppy mallow need to come indoors for winter?
Finger Poppy Mallow is hardy to roughly USDA zone 5 — winter lows around -29°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Finger Poppy Mallow 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 finger poppy mallow for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water finger poppy mallow in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills finger poppy mallow over winter?
Cutting finger poppy mallow 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.