Overwintering guide
How to overwinter new zealand tree fuchsia
Winter watering
Water rarely, and only in dry spells — winter wet is a bigger risk than winter cold. Make sure containers drain freely.
The mistake that kills new zealand tree fuchsia in winter
Leaving new zealand tree fuchsia in a pot standing in a saucer of water. Waterlogged compost freezes solid around the roots and kills plants that would have survived the cold perfectly well.
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Overwintering new zealand tree fuchsia — FAQ
Does new zealand tree fuchsia need to come indoors for winter?
New Zealand Tree Fuchsia is hardy to roughly USDA zone 8 — winter lows around -12°C. That means it survives outside in mild areas, but wants shelter in a hard winter. New Zealand Tree Fuchsia can stay outside over winter in most areas, but appreciates some protection in a cold snap. Mulch generously over the root zone, move containers against a sheltered wall (pots freeze far harder than open ground), and have horticultural fleece ready for the worst nights. The roots are what you are protecting — top growth can be sacrificed and regrown.
When should I move new zealand tree fuchsia for winter?
Mulch and move pots into shelter in late autumn, before the first hard frosts.
How often should I water new zealand tree fuchsia in winter?
Water rarely, and only in dry spells — winter wet is a bigger risk than winter cold. Make sure containers drain freely.
What kills new zealand tree fuchsia over winter?
Leaving new zealand tree fuchsia in a pot standing in a saucer of water. Waterlogged compost freezes solid around the roots and kills plants that would have survived the cold perfectly well.