Overwintering guide
How to overwinter stemless african daisy
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 stemless african daisy in winter
Bringing stemless african daisy 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.
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Overwintering stemless african daisy — FAQ
Does stemless african daisy need to come indoors for winter?
Stemless African Daisy is hardy to roughly USDA zone 9 — winter lows around -7°C. That means it takes cool conditions but not a real freeze. Stemless African Daisy 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 stemless african daisy for winter?
Move under cover before the first hard frost; back outside after the last spring frost.
How often should I water stemless african daisy in winter?
Water only occasionally — enough that the rootball never dries out completely, no more. No feeding until spring growth begins.
What kills stemless african daisy over winter?
Bringing stemless african daisy 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.