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Ixora Maui in Ottawa: Container Growing for Winter Survival

Ottawa, Canada (zone 5/5a). Bought compact blooming Ixora Maui. Store said it survives; internet says no. Opinion? Want to keep it alive through winter.

Expert Advice

Having worked in Montreal 2 years, I assure you Ixora Maui won't survive in ground there. Grow in container, move inside for winter. Tropical, doesn't go dormant—ground freeze kills it.

Nick

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