How to Secure VFT from Outside Wind

How to Secure VFT from Outside Wind#352241

By Antiguy1994 -  Tue Apr 21, 2020 8:32 pm
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- Tue Apr 21, 2020 8:32 pm #352241

I am wondering how do you properly secure plastic pots from strong winds? Also can I put it outside if my nights are around 30 degrees? I live in Illinois if that helps.

Re: How to Secure VFT from Outside Wind#352243

By Benny -  Tue Apr 21, 2020 8:41 pm
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- Tue Apr 21, 2020 8:41 pm #352243

Wider pots are more stable. You can also secure them by using duct tape or some sort of Velcro strips. I would hold off putting it out for now. It is best to wait until the temp is past 40 degrees. You can put it out during the day and bring it in for night.

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Re: How to Secure VFT from Outside Wind#352246

By Antiguy1994 -  Tue Apr 21, 2020 9:14 pm
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- Tue Apr 21, 2020 9:14 pm #352246

Benny wrote: ↑Tue Apr 21, 2020 8:41 pm Wider pots are more stable. You can also secure them by using duct tape or some sort of Velcro strips. I would hold off putting it out for now. It is best to wait until the temp is past 40 degrees. You can put it out during the day and bring it in for night.

Alright ty

Re: How to Secure VFT from Outside Wind#352497

By tommyr -  Fri Apr 24, 2020 11:55 am
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- Fri Apr 24, 2020 11:55 am #352497

Place a few rocks or bricks around the base of the pots.

Re: How to Secure VFT from Outside Wind#352692

By Copper2 - Sun Apr 26, 2020 2:39 am

- Sun Apr 26, 2020 2:39 am #352692

I hire my local chipmunks to keep my plants from tipping over

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