Overwintering Copper Beech Seedlings in Pots

5 Seedlings, 6 Inches Tall, in Zone 5

Copper beech seedlings in 6-inch pots have grown all summer. Owner asks whether to bring them inside, put in garage, or leave outside.

Deciduous tree seedlings must experience winter cold. Options:

Place pots in an unheated garage or shed; water once a week.
Or, sink pots outdoors in a protected spot, mulch with straw, water weekly if no snow/rain.

Do NOT bring them into a heated house—preventing dormancy weakens and can kill them.

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