Garden Bed Math · Pot winter plan
Pot winter plan
Your zone: Zone minus 2 (tags must reach): Winter:
| # | Step | Done | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | List every pot; read the lowest zone on each tag | ||
| 2 | Mark each pot: bury, group, garage or let go | ||
| 3 | Water every pot well | ||
| 4 | After first frost: bury pots in a bed | ||
| 5 | Once dormant: 6 to 12 in straw on buried pots | ||
| 6 | Group the rest: north or east wall, on the ground | ||
| 7 | Mulch heavily around grouped pots | ||
| 8 | Garage or shed pots: about 20 to 45°F | ||
| 9 | Water stored pots every 2 to 3 weeks above freezing | ||
| 10 | Spring: uncover, top up any sunk mix |
Notes:
Source: Iowa State Extension, overwintering unplanted trees, shrubs and perennials, checked October 7, 2026. Planning record, not a guarantee. Unknown plant: ask a local nursery. · gardenbedmath.com/containers/overwinter-pots/