But with that said winter care is pretty simple and straightforward as long as you bring them in out of harms way.
Preparing outdoor potted plants for winter.
On perennials that have finished for the season cut back stems to 6 to 8 inches from the ground.
The biggest challenge though is guarding against root damage caused by rapidly fluctuating temperatures.
Potted plants winter care is important because there is not much buffer between the roots and the outdoor temperatures making roots more sensitive to cold than those in the ground.
Winter container gardening is tough you have to protect plants from wind harsh sunlight and drying out.
However protecting potted plants during the winter is not easy.
Even plants that are hardy to your zone can be hit hard when planted in a container in the winter.
In all other areas cut back on watering to help plants harden off in preparation for winter.
But many perennial plants such as roses and hibiscus also can be grown outdoors in containers and kept alive through winter.
Begin preparations well before that first freeze or you may lose one of your prized plants.
Potted strawberry plants are a bit more susceptible to the freezing temperatures of winter than those planted in the ground.