How can I ease my plant in and out of dormancy?

How can I ease my plant in and out of dormancy?#365888

By Bob -  Wed Sep 23, 2020 9:52 pm
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- Wed Sep 23, 2020 9:52 pm #365888

I am putting my vft in a garage for its dormancy. It will not be getting light but the temperatures are 35-40 Fahrenheit. How should I ease my plant in and out of the garage?

Re: How can I ease my plant in and out of dormancy?#365892

By ChefDean -  Wed Sep 23, 2020 10:27 pm
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- Wed Sep 23, 2020 10:27 pm #365892

When the night time temps get to about 35°F, it's probably already well into dormancy, put it in the garage and keep it damp.
In the Spring, when the temps stay above freezing at night, put it outside.

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Re: How can I ease my plant in and out of dormancy?#365896

By Panman -  Wed Sep 23, 2020 11:32 pm
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- Wed Sep 23, 2020 11:32 pm #365896

This ^^^

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Re: How can I ease my plant in and out of dormancy?#365898

By ChefDean -  Wed Sep 23, 2020 11:48 pm
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- Wed Sep 23, 2020 11:48 pm #365898

I realized after the fact that I may be perceived as sounding a bit "bitchy" in my response, please realize that it was not my intent. It was just the most succinct way to describe the process.
Ask as many questions as you feel are necessary, we're always willing to help.
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