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How do I protect my plants from frost?

Cover tender plants with frost cloth, old sheets, or blankets before sunset when frost is forecast. Water the soil thoroughly during the day, as moist soil holds heat better than dry soil. Bring potted plants indoors or into a garage. Remove covers in the morning when temperatures rise above freezing.

Why It Matters

A single hard frost can kill plants you have nurtured all season. Simple protection measures save your investment in landscaping.

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