will this plant grow outside in northern Florida?
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Mine is inside in Pennsylvania. It's outside now in 80 degree sunshine, and loves the rain, however I have had a few problems with it drying, it doesn't like full sun. I hope this helps out a little bit! It's a hardy plant. I've sat it out in the sun and it didn't rain for a couple days before I realized it needed water. The plant has grown back even when I thought it was dead.
450662
Probably depends on how far North she is. See this web page:http://blog.emergencyoutdoors.com/edible-wild-plants-american-wintergreen-checkerberry-tea-berry-gaultheria-procumbens/
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I cannot tell you for sure having never lived there. We had tons of wintergreen growing wild. It's natural habitat was in an area with light sun, morning or sun filtering through the leaves of trees located at the edge of a pine forest. It loved the acid soil there and the soil did not dry out excessively, the soil there was actually quite sandy not a lot of clay in it. I also use to find a lot of it under and surrounding elderberry shrubs and field willow trees on edges of the forest too. I certainly think it is worth a try in your area and I'd plant it in slightly acid soil and not in the glaring afternoon sun. This is a wonderful little plant, I use to use wintergreen in combination with St John's wort and Yarrow to make a natural salve for pain and sprains. It worked wonders for me, can't say if it would with others though :-)
1707330
My YT&T; planting is in Central Florida. Survived Summer. Just starting to Bloom. Plant now should be okay in Houston. As in Florida...Sun means not direct sun.
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My YT&T planting is in Central Florida. Survived Summer. Just starting to Bloom. Plant now should be okay in Houston. As in Florida...Sun means not direct sun.
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I live in middle TN & our weather is similar. Put in a large pot , leave it on a porch out of direct light in the summer, and bring it in when the temp starts getting cold (about 45F). It should be okay. I had surgery & wasn't able to bring mine in this winter & it died-my fault. I will get another one in the spring. Also, they are not very big plants. Be sure to google search for the right amount of different soil: high grade potting soil, mulch & I think at least one other. You can buy these at any place that specializes with plants. Just mix them up & plant- DO NOT OVER WATER. Good Luck!
39347
Yes. I planted my seeds in the March first (I live in Lebanon on the Mediterranean sea) the weather was mild (around 65-75 degrees). Nothing happened, I was disappointed till yesterday May 15, I discovered the plant is growing all over.
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Sorry, but I live in an area where it gets really cold. If I were you I would contact the business your plant came from. Good Luck
2261347
Sorry, I don't know if it would or not. I am only familiar with the climate around Pittsburgh, PA. I would suggest contacting someone at a botanical garden in your area or in the Botany Department of your local university for an answer.
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I think you will find that it will thrive in your area. The largest vine I ever saw was at the corner of South St. & Duvall in Key West. It was very healthy and quite fragrant in April and May. Someone removed it several years ago unfortunately. I plan to plant several in Miami.
2030267
It will grow in a pot in Minnesota hwere you would have to take it in doors during the winter. I doubt that it will bare any fruit since the plant would be stunted in a pot.
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I live in tampa and have a hedge about 4 ft tall. it blooms in sept/oct until about xmas at which time I trim about 2 ft off and shape it. it is in partial shade and thrives. my gut feel is if you plant now and protect it from cold you will be fine. GOOD LUCK
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I haven't planted the seeds yet, too cold yet in Kansas. I intend to plant when the soil warms up and all chance of frost is past. From the research I did I believe this is one of the tallest species but have heard it is very invasive. I will find out!
2047609
You can grow almost anything in southern Florida! Yes you can. They like acidic soil and under a tree ( evergreen best) would be good. Not too hot
933258
According to all the plant books I have read the Hardiness Zone for Central Maryland has been listed as: 4 - 9 (-20 degrees F). Yes, you should be able to grow this plant in your area. The plant is prone to root rot if planted in too moist soil. Plant in well drained, neutral to alkaline soil, in a sunny area. Plant can withstand some foot traffic, but not much. I wouldn't make a habit of walking on it.
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Depends on your zone. Check the plants zone and your zone in udsa website. But I would assume that you wouldn't have any issue in any climate if you left it in a pot and only placed it outside during the sumner. Remember no direct sun light or at the least very little.
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Considering the issues I've had with this plant it is clearly tropical and MUST have extended periods of warmth of above 75 and above degrees with bright sunshine in order to grow and thrive. Anything less and it just hangs on until hot weather returns. Weather colder than 60 degrees with no direct sun will ensure it quickly succumbs to rot or fungus and dies. Even in Central Texas it's been a challenge to create the ideal conditions for this plant. So if you live in NYC and rarely use the heat and only have North facing windows which means little direct, hot warm sunshine the plant will not survive very long there. You'd have to create a mini-greenhouse enclosure to even have a chance. Considering the issues I've had with this plant it is clearly tropical and MUST have extended periods of warmth of above 75 and above degrees with bright sunshine in order to grow and thrive. Anything less and it just hangs on until hot weather returns. Weather colder than 60 degrees with no direct sun will ensure it quickly succumbs to rot or fungus and dies. Even in Central Texas it's been a challenge to create the ideal conditions for this plant. So if you live in NYC and rarely use the heat and only have North facing windows which means little direct, hot warm sunshine the plant will... » Read More Considering the issues I've had with this plant it is clearly tropical and MUST have extended periods of warmth of above 75 and above degrees with bright sunshine in order to grow and thrive. Anything less and it just hangs on until hot weather returns. Weather colder than 60 degrees with no direct sun will ensure it quickly succumbs to rot or fungus and dies. Even in Central Texas it's been a challenge to create the ideal conditions for this plant. So if you live in NYC and rarely use the heat and only have North facing windows which means little direct, hot warm sunshine the plant will not survive very long there. You'd have to create a mini-greenhouse enclosure to even have a chance. « Show Less
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Hi Barb...My plants have been in ground for eight months - they are doing well and blooming. My location is Gainesville. Good Luck....Carl
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Considering the issues I've had with this plant it is clearly tropical and MUST have extended periods of warmth of above 75 and above degrees with bright sunshine in order to grow and thrive. Anything less and it just hangs on until hot weather returns. Weather colder than 60 degrees with no direct sun will ensure it quickly succumbs to rot or fungus and dies. Even in Central Texas it's been a challenge to create the ideal conditions for this plant. So if you live in NYC and rarely use the heat and only have North facing windows which means little direct, hot warm sunshine the plant will not survive very long there. You'd have to create a mini-greenhouse enclosure to even have a chance.