Learning how to protect plants from frost is a must when cold weather is on the way. Frost can affect many plants, and is particularly damaging to tropical and ornamental varieties, as well as any ...

During the frigid months, there are ways to prevent yourself from getting frosty. But what about your plants? How can you protect them from those wintry visits from Jack Frost? If you live in an area ...

Find out how to protect plants from frost damage so a cold snap won't ruin your garden.

Did the weather forecast predict the first cold snap of the season? This is the time to offer your plants an extra layer of protection from the cold weather. Frost protection is important not only for ...

Frost can form in the mid-30°F range as moisture freezes on plant surfaces. Protect tender plants with breathable covers—blankets, sheets, or fabric (avoid plastic). Use temporary overnight coverings ...

As fall settles in and temperatures start to drop, safeguarding fruit trees from frost becomes an essential responsibility for home gardeners and orchardists. Frost can significantly harm budding ...

Frost is most damaging to annual flowers and tender plant tissues like buds. Covering plants with fabric before frost hits physically protects them from frost damage. Other useful frost protection ...

University of Missouri Extension’s Frost/Freeze Probabilities Guide tells us that frost is likely coming within two weeks in the northernmost part of the state. That means that it’s time to think ...

Frost warnings can send gardeners scurrying to protect tender flowers and vegetables. Sometimes all you can do is harvest as much as possible and throw a temporary cover over the rest. Protecting ...

Frost poses a hidden threat to urban greenery. Learn how to reduce winter damage and keep city plants healthy with simple, ...

Without protection, certain fruit trees are susceptible to frost damage. As fall settles in and temperatures start to drop, safeguarding fruit trees from frost becomes an essential responsibility for ...