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dxcomposer canvey, United Kingdom Nov 11, 2009

what is the best temp to keep cold frames overwinter in the uk to keep plants alive but not to promote to much growth

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themoonhowl Prairieville, LA(Zone 9a) Nov 12, 2009

It depends on the plants. Unless otherwise specified, just above freezing should work. I keep my orchids around 38-40 degrees, night time low.

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dxcomposer canvey, United Kingdom Nov 13, 2009

thanks....themoonhowl but thats only just above freezing i have set heaters to 10 degrees is this to hot ....thanks for reply

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themoonhowl Prairieville, LA(Zone 9a) Nov 13, 2009

The temp is 38-40 degrees F, which is 6 to 8 degrees above freezing. I think your figure is 10 degrees C, which equals 50 degrees F....You could, unless your plants are really cold susceptible, lower your heat a bit. It depends on whether you are looking for complete dormancy or desire to keep them growing actively over the winter.

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dxcomposer canvey, United Kingdom Nov 14, 2009

thanks i need total shutdown for my chili plants so i will drop temp as suggested..just 1 question if u no the answer will the leaves on my chili plants fall of over winter....thanks again..dxcompoer

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themoonhowl Prairieville, LA(Zone 9a) Nov 14, 2009

Hard to know, but if protected from frost and freezing, I would think they would just stop growing. They may lose a few, but should retain some. Sorry, a less than educated guess...grin Moon

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dxcomposer canvey, United Kingdom Nov 16, 2009

thanks for info at least my cold frame survived a tornado last saturday nothing as bad as u have in america but no tiles or chimney stack left on 17 houses 2 miles away someone loves me.....

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themoonhowl Prairieville, LA(Zone 9a) Nov 16, 2009

DX, so sorry to hear that. Tornadoes are scary no matter where you live. Glad to hear that you are well. Good thoughts to you and your neighbors.

Jean/Moon

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