Preparing for Winter: Tip #1
Because I do a lot of container gardening, many of my plants can be brought indoors for winter. Sudden changes in light and temperature can cause wilting and in some cases cause parts of plants to die off. Also if a plant has been outside for a long period of time, you can unknowingly bring in insects that will attack your other house plants. It’s important to give your plants time to adjust slowly. Place a clear plastic bag (like a dry cleaning bag) over your plant that reaches all the way or close to the floor. You can also tie it tight around the container if you can’t find a bag long enough. Put it in a place with bright, but indirect light. The high humidity with in the bag will help your plants adjust. It also traps any bugs that might have sneaked their way in. After about two weeks, move your container to it’s permanent location, preferably with the proper light requirements for your plant. If you don’t notice any bugs, start poking some holes in the bag, two or three a day. When the bag is falling apart, remove it. You’re plants are now acclimated to the lower humidity and temperature of your home!
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Oct 6, 2007 at 9:28 pm
[…] I tried container gardening but none of my plants ever survive. Maybe I should have read this first. Rebecca at Mother Earth’s Garden tells us how to Prepare for Winter. […]
Jennifer
Oct 7, 2007 at 2:57 pm
That seems like it would kill the plant though? I guess not but it seems weird. Also do you know if you can do this to any plants? Or would the light reflecting off the bag harm some — I’m thinking fuzzy leaved plants that don’t do well with water on them. Because of condensation. Ok, could I ask more questions in one short comment?
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Oct 8, 2007 at 10:29 pm
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Oct 8, 2007 at 10:30 pm
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