Winter Prep On Container

Question

Hello. I have a raised wood flower bed (lined on the inside with garden fabric). In it I have planted lavender, blanket flower and seedum. Im not sure how to prepare this container for winter…Should i cut back the flowers? Should i wrap the sides or top of the container in burlap. This is the first winter for the plants. Im in zone 5….near toronto. This planter is mostly sun…shade late afternoon. The potting soil stays most…and i rarely water the plants as my moisture meter always reads moist/wet. Please help!

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Answer 1

It looks like all of the species in there are hardy in your area. As far as providing proper care, there should be little to be done to protect them.

Here are some articles that will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/sedum

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/blanket-flower

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/lavender