Comments on: What to Cover in a Freeze: A Guide for Mild Winters https://growinginthegarden.com/what-to-cover-in-a-freeze-frost-protection-in-the-garden/ Helping gardeners succeed, even in tough conditions. Wed, 09 Jul 2025 02:04:45 +0000 hourly 1 By: Angela Judd https://growinginthegarden.com/what-to-cover-in-a-freeze-frost-protection-in-the-garden/#comment-7882 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 17:04:02 +0000 https://growinginthegarden.com/?p=10972#comment-7882 In reply to Gayle Hightower.

It’s generally hardy to zone 6 so the roots would be fine. If you want to prevent any leaf damage you may want to cover it.

]]> By: Gayle Hightower https://growinginthegarden.com/what-to-cover-in-a-freeze-frost-protection-in-the-garden/#comment-7879 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 23:14:49 +0000 https://growinginthegarden.com/?p=10972#comment-7879 I have beautiful blooming Chysojaminum parkeri in a large barrel pot. Does it need to be covered if we are expecting 25 degree weather lasting 14 hours?

]]> By: Angela Judd https://growinginthegarden.com/what-to-cover-in-a-freeze-frost-protection-in-the-garden/#comment-7832 Sat, 11 Jan 2025 18:04:41 +0000 https://growinginthegarden.com/?p=10972#comment-7832 In reply to Deane Alban.

That’s great feedback. Maybe I’ll take it off the list. Appreciate the comment, thank you!

]]> By: Deane Alban https://growinginthegarden.com/what-to-cover-in-a-freeze-frost-protection-in-the-garden/#comment-7830 Sat, 11 Jan 2025 13:28:53 +0000 https://growinginthegarden.com/?p=10972#comment-7830 I was surprised to see fairy duster on the list of landscape plants that need covering. I have both the pink and red versions in my yard in Tucson and never cover them. Both have survived temps in the mid-20s unscathed. The red fairy duster blooms all year, even when we get the occasional snow!

]]> By: Angela Judd https://growinginthegarden.com/what-to-cover-in-a-freeze-frost-protection-in-the-garden/#comment-5433 Mon, 01 May 2023 21:38:24 +0000 https://growinginthegarden.com/?p=10972#comment-5433 In reply to Susie Fairbanks.

Severe frost may damage individual stalks that are already growing, but new growth won’t be adversely affected.

]]> By: Susie Fairbanks https://growinginthegarden.com/what-to-cover-in-a-freeze-frost-protection-in-the-garden/#comment-5429 Mon, 01 May 2023 00:04:26 +0000 https://growinginthegarden.com/?p=10972#comment-5429 Should I pick my rhubarb stalks before it freezes tonight

]]> By: Angela Judd https://growinginthegarden.com/what-to-cover-in-a-freeze-frost-protection-in-the-garden/#comment-5280 Wed, 22 Feb 2023 03:22:00 +0000 https://growinginthegarden.com/?p=10972#comment-5280 In reply to Liz I.

I use the ladder mesh block (the ones in this article: https://growinginthegarden.com/add-vertical-space-in-the-garden/ ) to support my frost and shade cloth. You could also try bending electrical conduit. I believe there are tutorials for that online.

]]> By: Liz I https://growinginthegarden.com/what-to-cover-in-a-freeze-frost-protection-in-the-garden/#comment-5261 Mon, 13 Feb 2023 22:58:14 +0000 https://growinginthegarden.com/?p=10972#comment-5261 Hi Angela! I follow you on Instagram and check for your incredibly helpful blog posts here. I wonder where I can find large metal hoops to support frost and shade cloth from my tall tomato plants. Thank you!

]]> By: Angela Judd https://growinginthegarden.com/what-to-cover-in-a-freeze-frost-protection-in-the-garden/#comment-5144 Thu, 08 Dec 2022 20:03:08 +0000 https://growinginthegarden.com/?p=10972#comment-5144 In reply to Chris.

I don’t have a download or pdf, but you can always screenshot or cut and paste to make your own.

]]> By: Chris https://growinginthegarden.com/what-to-cover-in-a-freeze-frost-protection-in-the-garden/#comment-5138 Thu, 01 Dec 2022 16:39:15 +0000 https://growinginthegarden.com/?p=10972#comment-5138 What a great article! I found it on Pinterest. Is there a way to print it so I can refer to it often and write notes on it.
Thanks, Chris

]]> By: Angela Judd https://growinginthegarden.com/what-to-cover-in-a-freeze-frost-protection-in-the-garden/#comment-4520 Fri, 07 Jan 2022 16:57:16 +0000 https://growinginthegarden.com/?p=10972#comment-4520 In reply to Jan Hamilton.

Not sure. I did a quick google search and it looks like it will suffer damage if it freezes but may recover.

]]> By: Jan Hamilton https://growinginthegarden.com/what-to-cover-in-a-freeze-frost-protection-in-the-garden/#comment-4519 Thu, 06 Jan 2022 04:41:45 +0000 https://growinginthegarden.com/?p=10972#comment-4519 What about Jade Plants?

]]> By: Angela Judd https://growinginthegarden.com/what-to-cover-in-a-freeze-frost-protection-in-the-garden/#comment-4490 Sat, 18 Dec 2021 05:25:12 +0000 https://growinginthegarden.com/?p=10972#comment-4490 In reply to Faith.

Hi Faith – Moringa branches, etc may die back but usually it rebounds in the spring. If you get freezing temperatures you can cover them at night to help protect a bit. Wait to prune off any damaged areas until after danger of frost has passed in the spring. Merry Christmas to you as well!

]]> By: Faith https://growinginthegarden.com/what-to-cover-in-a-freeze-frost-protection-in-the-garden/#comment-4482 Wed, 15 Dec 2021 17:15:44 +0000 https://growinginthegarden.com/?p=10972#comment-4482 Hi, Angela! How do we winterize or protect 9-month old Moringa trees in December? We live in Gold Canyon, AZ.
We so appreciate your expert advice! Thank you!
Merry Christmas to you & your family!

Faith

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