Overwintering guide
How to overwinter mr bowling ball arborvitae
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills mr bowling ball arborvitae in winter
Cutting mr bowling ball arborvitae 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 mr bowling ball arborvitae — FAQ
Does mr bowling ball arborvitae need to come indoors for winter?
Mr Bowling Ball Arborvitae is hardy to roughly USDA zone 3 — winter lows around -40°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Mr Bowling Ball Arborvitae 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 mr bowling ball arborvitae for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water mr bowling ball arborvitae in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills mr bowling ball arborvitae over winter?
Cutting mr bowling ball arborvitae 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.