Chinese elm

[Fmanson3]

I have a Chinese elm and I’m in south east idaho, so winter is about half the year. I’m trying to decide the best course of action for this plant. I left it outside for summer and some of fall, but it’s already dropped into single digits Fahrenheit. I have done some research to find a good solution and have resolved to bringing it into my garage, where it’s a cold room that’s not heated. There is not really any light coming in though and the snow has made the soil feel very damp.

Is this a good approach or what would the experts recommend?

 

[Paradox]

I have a Chinese elm and I’m in south east idaho, so winter is about half the year. I’m trying to decide the best course of action for this plant. I left it outside for summer and some of fall, but it’s already dropped into single digits Fahrenheit. I have done some research to find a good solution and have resolved to bringing it into my garage, where it’s a cold room that’s not heated. There is not really any light coming in though and the snow has made the soil feel very damp.

Is this a good approach or what would the experts recommend?

The goal for overwintering is to keep it below 40 degrees for a prolonged period.
Also to protect from wind that can dry out the tree and kill branches
The garage is fine but you will need to make sure you check it and water when it needs it it doesnt dry out.
It will need far less water in the winter so watering will be far less frequent.
It doesnt need light in the winter because it doesnt have leaves and its dormant.