Overwintering Lilac Saplings in Toronto (Zone 5)

Two 1-ft lilac saplings in pots; planting spot not ready. Toronto zone 5. Options: plant wrong place, bury pots, or bring inside?

Best Advice

Keep indoors in unheated, frost-free place (garage, unheated porch). Light not needed (dormant). Keep compost just damp. Plant out when spot ready in spring.

Planting in wrong place + spring dig = too much trauma. Burying pots risks freeze-thaw damage. Indoor cool storage = safest.