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Emily Smith

Plant expert explains why you need to 'flood' your plants before bringing them inside this season

Picture of woman with hose watering potted plants .

Autumn is officially here and with it a drop in temperature. So as we prepare our gardens for a long winter ahead, it's time to bring our temperature-sensitive potted plants indoors – but not before they've been flooded.

After finishing your essential September gardening jobs, it'll be time to take your more delicate potted perennials or migrating houseplants inside for shelter. Unlike some of the best winter bedding plants, these species won't survive too well in adverse winter weather conditions.

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