How do I winter potted plants?

by Peg Russell

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I am not a gardener but I have some plants in pots on my patio that need to be wintered. I don’t have a garage and my basement has heat. WhAt can I do with the bulbs and planters to see that they are dormant long enough? Keep in mind that I am basically a lazy gardener

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Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom on Sep 08, 2019

Here are some great tips: https://www.planetnatural.com/wintering-potted-plants/

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Peg Russell on Sep 08, 2019

Thank you Carrie

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Deb K on Sep 08, 2019

Hi Peg, you should be able to find a corner in your basement that is maybe a bit drafty, but the main idea is to keep them from freezing, if they are showy enough, put them in your living room, and enjoy them through the winter! I often do this with pond plants!

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- Peg Russell on Sep 09, 2019
  
  Thank you Debbie. I keep many of my potted plants inside and enjoy them. It I am trying to find an easy way for plants that need to be dormant. I’ll see if I have a drafty spot. My attic might be fine but it is not easy to climb up there. Happy gardening!
  
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- Deb K on Sep 09, 2019
  
  Darkness is more important than the cold, so I used to put my water lily into a black garbage bag to keep it in the dark, then pull it out in the spring, a concrete floor is cool enough.
  
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Unique Creations By Anita on Sep 09, 2019

What about making a cheap pvc pipe mini greenhouse like this.
https://pin.it/aek4l4g7gw33ko

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Peg Russell on Sep 09, 2019

This looks doable. I’d use dark plastic in the winter then clear plastic early spring. I think

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