A grower in Georgia (north of Atlanta, Zone 8) received Drosera tracyi three weeks ago. Winter lows reach ~14°F (-10°C). They ask if the plant can stay outdoors, or if refrigerator or unheated garage storage is better.
Our nursery in Oregon (also Zone 8) has grown D. tracyi successfully through temperatures as low as 8°F (-13°C). The key in Zone 8 is protecting against dehydration during deep freezes (below 20°F / -7°C).
For a single plant, move it to a sheltered location (garage, covered porch) only during deep freezes. Return it outdoors when daytime temperatures rise above freezing. This balances dormancy requirements with freeze protection.
Don't refrigerate; natural dormancy with freeze protection is best.
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