Overwinter Container Plants: Safe Zone Strategies

A cluster of terracotta and plastic plant pots sitting on a concrete patio in winter, featuring snow-dusted rims and fallen leaves gathered around the bases.

Your prized potted perennials can survive brutal winters if you match your strategy to your USDA zone. Container roots freeze faster than in-ground plants because pot walls expose them to cold air from every angle. This guide breaks down zone-specific protection methods using garage storage or insulating wraps from Ace Hardware. Understanding Container Plant Hardiness … Read more