Move These Houseplants Indoors If You Want Them to Survive the Winter
If you live anywhere with all four seasons (although what season at the moment?), You can take advantage of the warm weather in the spring and summer months and get outdoor plants that you know they won’t survive the winter. … They are known as “cold-tender plants” and, unlike their “nourishing” counterparts, cannot survive freezing temperatures or freezing temperatures.
But according to Mark Wolfe of BobVila.com , there are certain plants that are incapable of cold that you can move in before the temperature drops and keep them there until the temperature starts to rise again. Not only will you get new indoor plants, but you will also save the time, money, and hassle of replacing these plants next year. Here are some plants to consider and what you need to know about the moving process.
How to prepare plants for an indoor move
Moving outdoor plants inside during the cold season is about more than just taking the pot outside and moving it inside the house. First, Wolfe recommends inspecting the plant for pests – you probably don’t want them to appear with the plants.
If the plant needs to be repotted, you can continue the inspection while you do so. But once it’s in the new pot, Wolfe thinks it’s best to either cut back on the fertilizer or stop using it altogether.
“Some plants can simply be brought indoors as houseplants, others should be dormant for several months in cool storage, and still others are best preserved by rooted cuttings,” he explains . You will need to do a little research (like a quick Google search) to figure out what’s best for your plant (if you don’t already know it).
Types of outdoor plants that can be moved indoors for the winter
While you are considering the different varieties of plants, here are 10 that Wolfe says can cope with seasonal migration to and from your home:
- Palms
- Cactus
- Citrus
- Tropical hibiscus
- Jasmine
- Elephant ears
- Boston ferns
- Geranium
- Angel trumpet
- Banana
Read Wolfe’s article for more information on each plant.