Over wintering Sedirea?

[Maryanne]

Sederea japonica - at least the one I have- likes its roots in free flowing air. I have mine mounted on a natural piece of wood which has a deep groove in it. It holds just enough moisture, leting water drain freely. I keep a few pieces of living moss, (not sphagnum), on top of a few of the roots.

It takes temperatures from 35 degrees - yes the power went out one time yikes- to up over 90F while summering in the shade.

I blossoms most every year. When it sets spikes, you must keep it a little damper. During winter, though it is quite a balance because keeping it too wet in very cold temperatures may initiate rot. The key is the free flowing air around the roots. It does not seem to enjoy the sphag-ball method as Neofinetia does.
Good luck!
Maryanne in WMass