Is it time to bring houseplants indoors for winter? What Kansas experts recommend
The first freeze of the season could hit much of Kansas this weekend. Temperatures across the state, including in Wichita , are forecast to be in the low 30s starting late Friday into early Saturday, according to the latest updates from the National Weather Service . This means — if you haven’t already — it is time to bring any sensitive houseplants inside for the winter. “As cold fronts move through Kansas this week, much of the state will experience temperatures at or near freezing,” the K-State Department of Horticulture and Natural Resources said in its Oct. 13 newsletter. “While the effects will vary on landscape plants, based on the duration of cold temperatures and microclimates of the site, extra preparations should be taken to protect houseplants that may still be outside.” Most houseplants can experience cold injury when nighttime temperatures drop below 55 degrees Fahrenheit, the department said. Best practices when bringing plants inside Before you bring your plants indoors, K-State experts recommend the following best practices to ensure you don’t bring pests or diseases inside: Inspect your plants for insects and disease. Examine the stems, under the leaves and the points where branches and leaves attach. Common pests
