Question: According to the weather report, it’s supposed to get
really cold tonight. How can I protect my plants from frost? -
Tim R. (Catonsville, MD) Answer: This is a question I often get.
My first recommendation, if you’re still in the planning stages
of your garden, is to select frost-tolerant plants, especially
if you’re in a frost-prone area. However, most folks who ask
this question are way beyond the planning stages and just want
to know how to protect their existing plants from frost or
freeze. Well, here are some suggestions. Location, Location,
Location – Protect your plants by placing them in locations that
are more sheltered from the elements. Since the idea is to keep
the plants warm when the temperature drops, you should place
them where more heat will be retained for a longer period. For
example, you should place your plants where there is full sun
exposure instead of in shaded areas. Along the same lines, spots
with western and southern exposures tend to be warmer and better
for your plants.