Overwintering guide
How to overwinter nelumbo 'momo botan'
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills nelumbo 'momo botan' in winter
Cutting nelumbo 'momo botan' 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 nelumbo 'momo botan' — FAQ
Does nelumbo 'momo botan' need to come indoors for winter?
Nelumbo 'Momo Botan' is hardy to roughly USDA zone 4 — winter lows around -34°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Nelumbo 'Momo Botan' 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 nelumbo 'momo botan' for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water nelumbo 'momo botan' in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills nelumbo 'momo botan' over winter?
Cutting nelumbo 'momo botan' 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.