Plant Covering Materials – Ideas For Covering Plants In Cold Weather

By Mary H. Dyer, Master Naturalist and Master Gardener All living things need some sort of protection to keep them comfortable during the winter months and plants are no exception. A layer of mulch is often enough to protect plant roots, and in more northern climates, Mother Nature provides a layer of snow, which serves as a great winter covering for plants. However, many plants depend on a little extra protection to survive until spring. Read on to learn about covering plants in cold weather. Is Covering Plants in Cold Weather Really Necessary? Frost covering for many plants is of limited use, and the best way to protect plants, according to horticulturalists at University of Georgia Extension, is to ensure your plants are properly watered, fed and protected from pests during the spring and summer. Healthy plants are hardier and can withstand cold weather better than weak, unhealthy plants. Most

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