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romainx87

Saving frozen potted plants

11 years ago

If there is a method, how would you save a potted plant that has been outside during freezing temps? I ordered a dormant plant, wedding gown hydrangea & was unaware the mailman left the plant underneath my porch chairs. Didn't realize it was there, & spent the night outside, unfortunately! I know the odds are, it's a goner, but I've had a few experiences where in the spring, the plants will sprout buds, & surprise me! Ive read fast thawing dehydrates & breaks down the plants cells & that's was causes the plant to die, beside root damage. I'm wondering if you thaw the plant carefully, would there be better odds? I submerged half the pot in cold water and it's sitting on my counter. Crossing fingers it works! If not I'll have to get another in the spring, they really are beautiful! I couldn't wait to have it.

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