Overwintering guide
How to overwinter stapelia hirsuta var. vetula
Winter watering
Water only occasionally — enough that the rootball never dries out completely, no more. No feeding until spring growth begins.
The mistake that kills stapelia hirsuta var. vetula in winter
Bringing stapelia hirsuta var. vetula into a warm living room. Too much winter warmth forces weak, pale growth that collapses when it goes back outside — cool and bright beats warm and dim.
More stapelia hirsuta var. vetula care
- Overwintering stapelia hirsuta — the species this cultivar belongs to
- Full stapelia hirsuta var. vetula care guide
- Stapelia hirsuta var. vetula temperature range
- How often to water stapelia hirsuta var. vetula
- How to prune stapelia hirsuta var. vetula
- Common stapelia hirsuta var. vetula problems & fixes
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Overwintering stapelia hirsuta var. vetula — FAQ
Does stapelia hirsuta var. vetula need to come indoors for winter?
Stapelia hirsuta var. vetula is hardy to roughly USDA zone 9 — winter lows around -7°C. That means it takes cool conditions but not a real freeze. Stapelia hirsuta var. vetula will take cool conditions but not a hard freeze, so the aim is a frost-free winter rather than a warm one. An unheated greenhouse, porch, conservatory or bright garage all work well. Keep it cool, bright and on the dry side, and it will hold steady until growth restarts in spring.
When should I move stapelia hirsuta var. vetula for winter?
Move under cover before the first hard frost; back outside after the last spring frost.
How often should I water stapelia hirsuta var. vetula in winter?
Water only occasionally — enough that the rootball never dries out completely, no more. No feeding until spring growth begins.
What kills stapelia hirsuta var. vetula over winter?
Bringing stapelia hirsuta var. vetula into a warm living room. Too much winter warmth forces weak, pale growth that collapses when it goes back outside — cool and bright beats warm and dim.