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Re: Preserving potted perennials

Are you sure it's too late?  You didn't mention what zone you are in.  Here
in zone 6 I've got at least another month to get things in the ground.  The
sooner the better, granted, but I have done it successfully in late October
(I love to take advantage of those nursery clearances).  Even though it may
frost, it will be a while before the ground freezes, giving the roots some
time to settle in.  

You do need to make sure to keep them well watered, and mulch rather heavily
to help prevent frost heave.   This is only a problem in areas where there
are a lot of freeze/thaw cycles--if you've got consistent snow cover it's not
as much of a concern.

 In a message dated 97-09-25 10:48:09 EDT, you write:

<<  I've got a bunch of perennials (mostly native prairie plants) in 4"
    pots that I still haven't planted.  I realize that it's too late now,
    but I don't want to lose these plants. 
 
    What's the best way to overwinter them?  I usually bury the pots in
    a pile of mulch, but they're also usually gallon size.  Because they're
    so small, should I plan on having a glass frame over the top?  Even
    a piece of plywood supported by a bunch of 2x4s?
 
 Thanks,
 
 Chris

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