Can potted peonies be placed outdoors in winter? Are they afraid of freezing?

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1. Can it be placed outdoors in winter?

2. How to manage winter

Whether potted peonies can be placed outdoors in winter depends on the region. If you are in the south, there is no need to worry. You can safely place it indoors. It is cold-resistant and is not afraid of freezing. However, if you are in the northern region, for the sake of safety, it is recommended to move indoors to avoid frostbite. In addition, you should also pay attention to management methods in winter, including more sun, less watering, and no fertilizer.

1. Can it be placed outdoors in winter?

Whether peonies maintained in pots can be placed outdoors in winter depends on the region. It is cold tolerant and is not afraid of freezing. If it is maintained in the south, it can be safely placed outdoors in winter without frostbite and can be spent safely. However, if you are in the north, where the temperature is low and the wind is strong, for the sake of safety, you should move it indoors to avoid frostbite, otherwise it will affect the growth and flowering of the next year.

2. How to manage winter

1. Light: No matter which region you are in, the light in winter is very mild. It also likes light. At this time, it should be placed in a light place, and it should be exposed to more light and sun. In the north, it can be placed on the indoor balcony. In the south, be careful to avoid wind outlets.

2. Watering: When the temperature is low in winter, the plant absorbs water. Capacity will also be reduced, so reduce the amount of water during this time. If the soil is not dry, there is no need to water, so as to avoid water accumulation and root rot. In addition, frostbite can be avoided. If you water frequently, the soil will easily become compacted, which is naturally detrimental to surviving the winter. Note that even if watering is needed, it should not be excessive. Just water with a small amount of water.

3. Fertilization: There is no need to fertilize at this time. Stop fattening. Because the nutrients absorbed by the root system are limited, if fertilizer is applied, it will not be absorbed, but it will easily burn the roots, causing various fertilizer damage, making it impossible to survive the winter.

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