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