Caring for plants overwintering indoors

  • A fern set upon rocks in a tray minimizes the chance of root rot and increases humidity around the plant. COURTESY PHOTO | MELINDAMYERS.COM
    A fern set upon rocks in a tray minimizes the chance of root rot and increases humidity around the plant. COURTESY PHOTO | MELINDAMYERS.COM
Gardeners are notorious for pushing the limits of their growing zones. Tropical plants, succulents and other plants that are not hardy to the winter climate often end up indoors for the winter. It usually starts with one or two plants you just can’t part with or are concerned you won’t be able to purchase next year. Since you are taking a couple of plants in for the winter, why not add a few more…

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