I would say that the garage is probably your best bet provided that it has a window that will allow light in. Most garages are unheated, but seldom get below freezing. If your basement has a window, and it is also unheated, this would be a fine option as well. As you can see it depends on which place gets the right amount of light and has the right temperature.

Choose the option that provides the most sunlight with the temperature in the 32 to 55 degree Fahrenheit range.

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written by Tommyr, October 12, 2008

My VFTS go into the fridge for winter. I have no basement or garage. The attic is too cold. The fridge is PERFECT. 40 degrees F. They don't require light when dormant.

Have FUN!

Tom

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written by Anonymous, December 27, 2008

Mine goes on top of the freezer

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written by Steven, April 05, 2009

I leave My VFT s put side unless you have temps below 0 f they are very hardy. If your in doubt mulch with pine straw or use one to experiment with. The Frige is a good option too.
I live in zone seven but I do know people in Zone 5 that keep their VTF outdoors and mulched in winter.

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written by Matt, April 05, 2009

Excellent points Steven! Thanks for sharing.

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written by Luke, September 14, 2009

hello, there i have a shed where i keep my birds there, and during the winter, it gets about 40-50 degrees in there. The birds survive really well. it has two medium sized windows, so when i get my VTFs (inside plastic pot with hard plastic cover)will it survive???

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written by adam assali, November 13, 2009

i have a question about dormancy, where should i go to have my question answered or do i ask it here because im a first time venus fly trap owner and this is my first time putting mine in dormancy.

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