Tropicals & Tender Perennials: Dormancy! Pros, Cons, Do's & Don'ts!, 1 by sibhskylvr

sibhskylvr wrote:
I'm thinking of letting my Brugs go dormant for the winter! I've never done this before & I'm wondering just how complicated it might be! Usually I do cuttings - but I'm getting impatient when Spring & Summer arrives waiting on the buds & blooms! Any input would be greatly appreciated! :)

Ok! A few questions:

How often would I water? Any idea of how much to water?

I don't plan on using the grow lights. Anything special I should know considering I'm not going to be using them?

What types of pests & critters should I expect while they're in dormancy? Will I need to keep the 'Neem' oil around?

What's an ideal room temperature?

Should I keep the ceiling fan on for air circulation?

Do you (or anyone) have pics of Brugs while they're in a dormancy stage? I'm curious to see what they might look like all stuffed in a room, basement, garage, etc! I'm sure they look lifeless! No leaves, etc.

If I think of any other questions - I'll be sure to ask! These are the important questions I'm concerned about, before I decide what I'm going to do! And if I've missed something & someone notices it - please YELL, really loud! lol!

I feel this thread may give me some excellent thoughts & ideas! Hoping it's useful to everyone! Personally - I'm never to old to learn! :)

Mike

'Confusion'