Winterizing Alstroemeria & Climbing Roses in Knoxville, TN (Zone 7a)

Alstroemeria (Peruvian Lily)

Wait for first hard frost to kill top growth. Then:

1. Cut dead foliage to ground.
2. Mulch 4–6″ with straw, leaves, or pine bark.
3. In Zone 7a, this usually suffices. If extreme cold forecast, add evergreen boughs.

Climbing Roses

They're fully hardy in Zone 7a. Minimal winter care:

• Remove dead/diseased canes now.
• Tie long canes to support to prevent wind whipping.
• Mulch base 3–4″.
• Major pruning: late winter (Feb) before buds swell.

Enjoy your first-year success—both plants will return stronger.