Overwintering guide
How to overwinter string of raindrops
Winter watering
Cut watering right back — string of raindrops uses far less while growth slows, and cold, wet compost is the usual cause of winter root rot. Stop feeding until spring.
The mistake that kills string of raindrops in winter
Watering on the same schedule as summer. In winter that keeps the roots sodden while the plant is barely drinking, and string of raindrops rots from the base.
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Overwintering string of raindrops — FAQ
Does string of raindrops need to come indoors for winter?
String of Raindrops is hardy to roughly USDA zone 10 — winter lows around -1°C. That means it will not survive frost and needs to come inside. String of Raindrops is frost-tender, so overwintering means bringing it inside and letting it rest rather than pushing it to grow. Move it indoors well before the first frost, give it the brightest spot you have (light levels indoors drop sharply in winter), and keep it away from both cold window glass and hot radiators — the swing between the two does more damage than the cold itself.
When should I move string of raindrops for winter?
Bring indoors when nights start dropping below about 10°C, ahead of the first frost.
How often should I water string of raindrops in winter?
Cut watering right back — string of raindrops uses far less while growth slows, and cold, wet compost is the usual cause of winter root rot. Stop feeding until spring.
What kills string of raindrops over winter?
Watering on the same schedule as summer. In winter that keeps the roots sodden while the plant is barely drinking, and string of raindrops rots from the base.