What's the lowest recommended USDA Zone for this plant to grow outdoors year round? Thanks
294493
Sorry, but I do not know. I am near Albany, NY, where we have cold winters. I bought my plant in late Summer and it grew tremendously. However, we brought it in the house for the first winter to give it a chance to develop a little more before we try leaving it out all year. Once we plant it outside, we plan to plant it near the house on the south facing side to give it the best chance of survival.
294494
In the product description it states zone 8 as lowest listed, but says will tolerate lower temps if given winter protection.
294495
I don't know specific zones, but the website I always refer to (Trees of Joy) advises that low temps of 13 degrees F is enough to damage above ground growth (especially new growth). The author gives methods to protect your outdoor tree in the winter. He lives in SE PA (very close to me, in fact), so he has experience growing the trees in a pretty cold winter climate.
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We planted ours in Modoc County of California at 4700' altitude...... high desert. I don't know about Carolina's climate, etc. but our area generally cools at night and is dry with summer temperatures about 90 degrees maximum in the day with most days at mid 80's.... or high 70's.. quite pleasant. You might try calling the Dirty Gardener's number (253-383-5014). I spoke with Jean and she was very helpful. I wish I had called before we planted..... we'd have done it differently and with greater success but even so, we're quite likely to use it again at our rental next door in the spring. I hope this is helpful. We planted ours in Modoc County of California at 4700' altitude...... high desert. I don't know about Carolina's climate, etc. but our area generally cools at night and is dry with summer temperatures about 90 degrees maximum in the day with most days at mid 80's.... or high 70's.. quite pleasant. You might try calling the Dirty Gardener's number (253-383-5014). I spoke with Jean and she was very helpful. I wish I had called before we planted..... we'd have done it differently and with greater success but even so, we're quite likely to use it again at our rental next door in the spring. I... » Read More We planted ours in Modoc County of California at 4700' altitude...... high desert. I don't know about Carolina's climate, etc. but our area generally cools at night and is dry with summer temperatures about 90 degrees maximum in the day with most days at mid 80's.... or high 70's.. quite pleasant. You might try calling the Dirty Gardener's number (253-383-5014). I spoke with Jean and she was very helpful. I wish I had called before we planted..... we'd have done it differently and with greater success but even so, we're quite likely to use it again at our rental next door in the spring. I hope this is helpful. « Show Less
157892
I live in NY/NJ and I bought this plant. I have it in a front window with plenty of sunlight. I just transplanted to a larger pot and it is growing very nicely. I would think it should be OK.
567008
This plant wont be able to handle anything under 30 degrees..you have to bring it inside during the winter so keep in a large pot you can move around
399892
US. It says USDA certified....it can only be grown in US with that certification, probably California
1811440
I've loved this plant for a year. Seven or 8. THIS IS A SMALL PLANT. I have it outdoors now and it's doing well
2272498
Kale is definitely annual in my part of the country - zone 4b. I should think the growing season is longer in other zones but should also be annual. I am not a professional gardener or botanist. I am a nurse. I'm sure it seeds well and it doesn't mind the the cold much. It gets sweeter when it experiences a frost or two.
882659
It grows great in California..I have it only on pathways in a shadier side of the yard..It really looks great between bricks and planting areas..Good stuff.
1043254
I am in the upstate of SC, zone 7 and we were below 10 degrees several days this winter. I had 1st year kiwi in the ground this past winter. I lost one, the others have come up beautifully.
1998605
I am going to guess no . its most likely been growing outdoors and ship to you . I am in zone 5 borderline for 6 .if you grew it from seed then you must harden it off . I bought my last fall its just getting leaves now in my garden .its a late spring . enjoy your plant !
773987
I am growing mine inside and put it outside in the warmer weather. It does need a sunny location to flower but if you don't have that area the plant is still pretty. I live in MA in a cold apartment with very little light so it doesn't flower and I also forget to water it a lot and it has been a very forgiving plant but of course it doesn't thrive when I neglect it.
1572354
Depends upon your zone. Supposedly perennial hardy to zone 7a which I'm in, but I don't leave mine outside. Tubers are cheap enough so that you could give some a try this year and see how they overwinter if you're in zone 7+. They want 70-75 degrees during the day, 15-20 degrees cooler at night. They do die back a bit in summer when the heats on (they're just resting) and come back in fall. Mine do better in partial shade, the leaves just burn out in full sun. A bit finicky about watering - lightly damp all the time seems best.
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I live in Glendale, Southern California. This plant should be put in a place that you know for sure is where you would like it. It Does Not like to be transplanted or even moved and will show you resentment. It had a Fit when I moved it and had a setback. It likes dappled sun or half day sun, half day shade. Don't over water, but don't let the soil dry out. It is very important to Not let it be in direct sun all day in summer or during a heat wave because the leaves will burn. Best of the best tree I ever bought.
255837
Likes water - I grew it in zone 9 in Florida in partial sun. Contact manufacture for information on your area before buying and seeding.
120219
Can't claim to be an expert, since I've only had mine a month or so, but I tried leaving mine in the plastic seeding pot it came in, and the poor thing was not happy at all. Haven't figured out whether it was too wet or too dry or didn't like the lighting or what. I ended up repotting, and while the plant's not really happy yet, it's not dead, either. I intend to put it outside in the spring, if I don't manage to kill it indoors over the winter. It's supposed to like sandy, well-drained soil and shade.
671928
Most certainly. I grow cold season annuals in mine in zone seven. It's too difficult to keep it the proper temperature for tender plants.
125789
at least 7. this is essentially a tropical plant. they grow well. anything under zone 7 will have to be brought in for the winter.