Overwintering guide
How to overwinter linaria maroccana 'fairy bouquet'
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 linaria maroccana 'fairy bouquet' in winter
Bringing linaria maroccana 'fairy bouquet' 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 linaria maroccana 'fairy bouquet' — FAQ
Does linaria maroccana 'fairy bouquet' need to come indoors for winter?
No hardiness zone is recorded for linaria maroccana 'fairy bouquet'; it prefers to stay above about 10°C (50°F) while in growth, so treat it as frost-tender unless you know otherwise for your area. Linaria maroccana 'Fairy Bouquet' 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 linaria maroccana 'fairy bouquet' for winter?
Move under cover before the first hard frost; back outside after the last spring frost.
How often should I water linaria maroccana 'fairy bouquet' in winter?
Water only occasionally — enough that the rootball never dries out completely, no more. No feeding until spring growth begins.
What kills linaria maroccana 'fairy bouquet' over winter?
Bringing linaria maroccana 'fairy bouquet' 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.