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Do you think the cardboard will hold up to a Kansas winter? I think it would be hard to keep the moisture off of it even if it's covered in plastic. My worry is that it may collapse mid winter. It would be much better if you build something out of wood. You don't really need a box though. As long as the pots are sitting on the ground and mulched all you need is a good wind break. If your keeping them on an above ground balcony then you'll need alot more protection. Maybe even some heating cables for the coldest nights. Also the plastic bags could cause a problem by holding water around the pot. I'd nix that idea.

Tony

6-Dec-2002	#2
Tony bonsaiTALK Master Craftsman Join Date: Jan-2002 Country: USA USDA Zone: 7 AHS Heat Zone: ? Posts: 861	Do you think the cardboard will hold up to a Kansas winter? I think it would be hard to keep the moisture off of it even if it's covered in plastic. My worry is that it may collapse mid winter. It would be much better if you build something out of wood. You don't really need a box though. As long as the pots are sitting on the ground and mulched all you need is a good wind break. If your keeping them on an above ground balcony then you'll need alot more protection. Maybe even some heating cables for the coldest nights. Also the plastic bags could cause a problem by holding water around the pot. I'd nix that idea. Tony