Plants Arrive Out of Dormancy in Illinois: Keep Indoors Until Frost-Free

Illinois grower received CA plants already out of dormancy. Local plants just starting. Asked if to plant outside.

Wait Until Frost Danger Passes

CA is weeks ahead. Keep new plants in a sunny window until mid-April (or last frost date). Then move outside gradually.

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