Many gardeners resort to using bedsheets to protect sensitive flowers and vegetables. But does covering plants with sheets really protect them from freezing temperatures?

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you're new to gardening, you may wonder whether frost is anything to worry about. After all, nighttime frosts often vanish by late morning.

The cold weather is here — and your plants need to be prepared ...

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 ...

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - With the first frost possible early next week, outdoor plants will need protection from the elements. The bedding manager at Espositos, Devin Swirk, said that for some ...

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(WGHP) — With nights getting colder, plants left outdoors need to be protected from frost. Horticulture Agent Taylor Jones shows us what to do in this week’s Grow Like A Pro.

Fall has officially arrived. We are now a week beyond the average first date of frost, which occurs around Sept. 20. While the forecast still shows several nice days ahead, that first plant-startling ...

YORK, Pa. — The coolest air so far of the season continues to settle over Central PA to end the week, bringing our first autumn frost concern of 2025 as well. With clear skies and light winds expected ...

Colder air is moving in, and for many areas, that means it’s time to start thinking about plant protection. With temperatures ...

Include notes of what kind of protection they'll need. Then, gather old blankets, sheets, and other household items to protect them. You might also choose to order special frost-protecting materials, ...