Bringing Purple Fountain Grass Indoors or in the Garage in Winter

Question

I live in the Denver area and know purple fountain grass is an annual here. However, I have it planted in a planter and am wondering if I can either bring it inside or keep it in my garage during the winter? The garage doesn’t get below freezing. I wish to preserve it for next summer. If these aren’t good ideas, what do you suggest?

Answer 1

Since this is only hardy to Zone 9, the chances are slim that it will survive in your garage. It needs sun, too. Some people try – it costs nothing to experiment. It will need watering, too, since it will not be dormant. Do not trim off leaves.