Overwintering guide
How to overwinter lobbi japanese cedar
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills lobbi japanese cedar in winter
Cutting lobbi japanese cedar 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.
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Overwintering lobbi japanese cedar — FAQ
Does lobbi japanese cedar need to come indoors for winter?
Lobbi Japanese Cedar is hardy to roughly USDA zone 6 — winter lows around -23°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Lobbi Japanese Cedar 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 lobbi japanese cedar for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water lobbi japanese cedar in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills lobbi japanese cedar over winter?
Cutting lobbi japanese cedar 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.