Overwintering guide
How to overwinter white dragon mondo grass
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills white dragon mondo grass in winter
Cutting white dragon mondo grass 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 white dragon mondo grass — FAQ
Does white dragon mondo grass need to come indoors for winter?
White Dragon Mondo Grass is hardy to roughly USDA zone 7 — winter lows around -18°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. White Dragon Mondo Grass 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 white dragon mondo grass for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water white dragon mondo grass in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills white dragon mondo grass over winter?
Cutting white dragon mondo grass 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.