Mine is potted... when I mentioned almost losing it last winter, I meant while it was inside... the watering can missed it a couple of times, and by the time I realized how it had been neglected, I was sure it was too late. I repotted it before bringing it inside this fall, and I'm making sure it gets watered regularly, even a little fertilizer now & again... Lots of new growth, and hopefully I'll be reporting blooms soon!