AOL: How to Overwinter Pots Without Killing Their Roots Tips for Thriving Plants All Winter Long How to Overwinter Pots Without Killing Their Roots Tips for Thriving Plants All Winter Long If you’ve ever lost a beloved potted plant to winter chill, you know how frustrating it can be. Pots leave roots exposed to cold air, making them much more vulnerable than plants in the ground. A ...

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Is lavender perennial? Answer English lavender, Lavandula angustifolia, which is the species commonly grown in gardens, is a perennial species if grown in USDA Zones warmer than 5. Lavender can be grown in Zone 5 but it will not thrive and may be killed in winter. Other species are more tender.

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