Overwintering Sarracenia in Cold Climates: Garage vs. Windowsill

Four Sarracenia (purpurea, 'Dana's Delight', leucophylla, psittacina) overwintered in a shed at 0°F. Some died. Better method?

Use a Cool North-Facing Windowsill

• Provides natural light cycles and cold temps for dormancy.
• Allows monitoring for mold (common in dark storage).
• Keep damp, not wet. Top-water occasionally to prevent fungal buildup.
• Clip dead leaves.

Long-Term: Outdoor Bog or Protected Structure

As collection grows, build a mulched outdoor bog or cold frame. Resources:

• Bog Garden in Ontario
• Our Volume 1 DVD covers winter protection in detail.

Dark, freezing garages/sheds invite fungal death. A cold, lit windowsill is safer and simpler for small collections.