Overwintering guide
How to overwinter resurrection spike moss
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills resurrection spike moss in winter
Cutting resurrection spike moss 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.
More resurrection spike moss care
Overwintering resurrection spike moss — FAQ
Does resurrection spike moss need to come indoors for winter?
Resurrection Spike Moss is hardy to roughly USDA zone 6 — winter lows around -23°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Resurrection Spike Moss 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 resurrection spike moss for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water resurrection spike moss in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills resurrection spike moss over winter?
Cutting resurrection spike moss 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.