Winter Care for Artemisia and Jasmine Topiary

Overwintering Perennial Artemisia and Tender Jasmine Indoors

A gardener has artemisia 'Silver Mound' divisions and a Jasmine topiary 'Pink' brought indoors for New Jersey winter.

Artemisia 'Silver Mound' - MUST Go Dormant

Cannot survive indoors long-term. It's a hardy perennial requiring winter dormancy in cold temperatures.

• Best option: Plant in ground outdoors immediately
• Alternative: Unheated garage/shed near sunny window for brief transition
• Expect dieback - Stems die to ground, resprout in spring
• Indoors = death - No cold period = no spring regrowth

Jasmine Topiary 'Pink' - Thrives Indoors

Excellent houseplant. Care requirements:

• Maximum sun exposure (south window ideal)
• Water when dry - don't overwater
• Normal indoor temperatures fine
• Prune after flowering to maintain shape

Key Principle

Match winter care to plant's natural cycle: temperate perennials need cold dormancy; tropicals need warmth and light. Forcing the wrong conditions kills plants.