Tips for Moving Outdoor Plants Indoors for Winter

As temperatures drop, your summer-loving plants can’t stay outside forever. Transitioning them indoors for winter can keep them healthy year-round—but only if done right. Here’s how to safely move your outdoor plants indoors using the amoyls VerdantGlow Plant Shelf with Grow Lights.

 

1. Bring Them in Before the First Frost

Timing is everything. Move your plants indoors when nighttime temps consistently drop below 50°F (10°C). Waiting too long can shock or kill cold-sensitive plants.

🌿 Tip: Start with a few hours indoors each day to let them adjust.

 

2. Inspect for Pests

Before placing your plants on your VerdantGlow shelf, check for bugs:

• Look under leaves
• Inspect soil surface
• Spray gently with neem oil or insecticidal soap if needed

🐛 Quarantine new arrivals for 7–10 days to avoid spreading hidden pests.

 

3. Prune and Clean

Remove any dead or yellowing leaves, trim leggy stems, and clean dusty foliage. This helps the plant focus energy on healthy growth while adapting to new conditions.

🧼 Use a damp cloth to wipe leaves and boost light absorption.

 

4. Adjust Light Levels

Outdoor plants are used to long days of bright light. Indoors, supplement with full-spectrum grow lights. The VerdantGlow shelf includes built-in LEDs to mimic natural sunlight and prevent leaf drop and dormancy.

💡 Run lights for 12–14 hours per day for best results.

 

5. Reduce Watering

Cooler indoor temps and less active growth mean your plants will need less water. Always check soil before watering, and never let pots sit in excess water.

💧 VerdantGlow’s open shelf design allows for airflow and proper drainage.

 

Winter Doesn’t Mean Dormancy

With a little care and the right setup, your outdoor plants can thrive indoors all winter long. The amoyls VerdantGlow Plant Shelf gives them the light, structure, and space they need to keep growing—until spring comes again.

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