{"id":142602,"date":"2025-11-10T11:55:39","date_gmt":"2025-11-10T14:55:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=142602"},"modified":"2025-11-11T10:06:42","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T13:06:42","slug":"how-to-protect-plants-from-freeze","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-protect-plants-from-freeze\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Protect Plants from a Freeze"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>    <p>Bring potted plants inside, water and mulch perennials, and cover tender landscape plants \u2014 these are the basics of how to protect your plants from a freeze.<\/p>    <p>You can also take additional steps, such as building cold frames and using Christmas lights as an extra heat source. To help discuss the best ways to protect your flowers and veggies from the cold, we\u2019ve included insights from two experts who shared valuable tips.<\/p>    <p>If you&#8217;re not in the mood to do this yourself, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/landscaping\">book one of our landscaping pros<\/a> to protect your plants from cold temperatures during fall, winter, and early spring.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-00ed641f-79fa-4e83-aaa6-6ab75c1d5ed2\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">In this article:<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-protect-plants-from-freeze\/#0-1-move-container-plants-indoors\" style=\"\">1. Move Container Plants Indoors<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-protect-plants-from-freeze\/#1-2-water-plants-deeply\" style=\"\">2. Water Plants Deeply<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-protect-plants-from-freeze\/#2-3-apply-mulch-around-plant-bases\" style=\"\">3. Apply Mulch Around Plant Bases<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-protect-plants-from-freeze\/#3-4-cover-vulnerable-plants\" style=\"\">4. Cover Vulnerable Plants<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-protect-plants-from-freeze\/#4-5-add-lights-for-heat\" style=\"\">5. Add Lights for Heat<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-protect-plants-from-freeze\/#5-6-create-cold-frames\" style=\"\">6. Create Cold Frames<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-protect-plants-from-freeze\/#6-faq\" style=\"\">FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\" style=\"font-size:15px\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Note: <\/strong><br><strong>Freeze<\/strong> events happen when temperatures drop to<strong> 32 F or below<\/strong>, but <strong>frost<\/strong> can form on plants when air temperatures are higher, in the <strong>mid-30s<\/strong>, depending on weather conditions.<br>A <strong>hard freeze<\/strong>, or killing freeze, happens when temperatures drop to <strong>28 F or below for an extended period. <\/strong>In any of these cases, it is important to protect your plants. Let\u2019s discuss how.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-1-move-container-plants-indoors\">1. Move Container Plants Indoors<\/h2>    <p>Potted plants can be especially susceptible to cold damage since they are not insulated by the ground, unlike plants grown directly in the soil. To prevent this, \u201ccontainers with tender ornamental plants should be moved to a sheltered area or better yet, inside a garage at night,\u201d advises Karen Mitchell, Extension specialist at Purdue University.<\/p>    <p>Potted annuals, warm-season vegetables, and young plants will also need to be brought inside as soon as nighttime temperatures drop into the mid-30s F (keep an eye on the weather forecast).&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Here are a few good places to protect your plants from the cold:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Garage<\/li>    <li>An enclosed porch<\/li>    <li>Heated room<\/li>    <li>Heated greenhouse<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-2-water-plants-deeply\">2. Water Plants Deeply<\/h2>    <p>Watch your local weather forecast and water your outdoor plants the morning <em>before<\/em> a freeze, focusing on the soil and not the leaves (as wet leaves can freeze). For Lauren Goldsby, Extension agent from the University of Florida in Bay County, which experienced historic winter weather in early 2025, this is where many homeowners make mistakes.<\/p>    <p>\u201cThey (homeowners) don&#8217;t water the plants well before a freeze. In areas where it is not cold enough for the ground to freeze, this helps keep the root system warm and reduces cold stress damage,\u201d she says.<\/p>    <p>Mitchell explains that watering properly also helps your plants to stay healthy enough to endure harsh weather.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>She says, \u201cMy first suggestion for gardeners is to select plants that are hardy for your growing zone so additional cold protection isn&#8217;t necessary. If you already have tender plants (plants that are sensitive to cold temperatures) in the garden, keep in mind that healthy, well-watered plants are more resilient to cold.\u201d<\/p>    <p>Before watering, check your soil\u2019s moisture levels to avoid overwatering. Soggy soil has less oxygen, and can end up killing the roots or making it easier for fungi to attack them.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-water-lawn-fall-winter\/\">How to Water Your Lawn in Fall and Winter<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/gardening\/best-time-to-water-garden\/\">The Best Time to Water Your Garden<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/gardening\/how-to-water-vegetable-garden\/\">How to Water a Vegetable Garden From Seedling to Harvest<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-3-apply-mulch-around-plant-bases\">3. Apply Mulch Around Plant Bases<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"522\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Man-Spreading-Brown-Mulch.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"close up of man's hands spreading brown mulch around a plant\" class=\"wp-image-137976\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Man-Spreading-Brown-Mulch.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Man-Spreading-Brown-Mulch-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Man-Spreading-Brown-Mulch-656x428.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Man-Spreading-Brown-Mulch-150x98.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Man-Spreading-Brown-Mulch-768x501.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Man spreading mulch. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/closeup-man-s-hands-spreading-brown-bark-mulch-around-hosta-plant-in-garden-hostas-landscaping-decorative-shade-plant-planting-close-up-yard-lawn-moisture\/377545282\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jon<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Mitchell suggests using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/what-is-mulch\/\">mulch<\/a> for hardy plants (plants that are adapted to local year-round temperatures): \u201cFor hardy landscape perennials, simply irrigate (if dry) and add about 2 inches of mulch. The water and mulch help to insulate the roots.\u201d<\/p>    <p>You can use wood chips, pine straw, leaves, or other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/types-of-organic-mulch\/\">organic mulches<\/a>. If the weather forecast is showing a colder night ahead, add an additional 1.5 to 2 inches of mulch that morning to trap the heat in the soil.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/types-of-mulch\/\">Types of Mulch for Your Landscape<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/signs-need-to-replace-mulch\/\">6 Signs You Need to Replace Your Mulch<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-keep-mulch-in-place\/\">How to Keep Mulch in Place<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-4-cover-vulnerable-plants\">4. Cover Vulnerable Plants<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cover-plants.jpg\" alt=\"Small trees are covered in fabric to protect them from frost.\" class=\"wp-image-142630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cover-plants.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cover-plants-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cover-plants-656x437.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cover-plants-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cover-plants-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Small trees are covered in fabric to protect them from frost. Photo Credits: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/plants-and-trees-in-a-park-or-garden-covered-with-blanket-swath-of-burlap-frost-protection-bags-or-roll-of-fabric-to-protect-them-from-frost-freeze-and-cold-temperature-in-winter\/401937884\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Michele Ursi<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>If you\u2019re expecting a freeze or frost during spring, cover your tropical plants and annuals (and avoid planting warm-season vegetables early in the season). It is important to cover your plants when temperatures fall into the mid-30s F (before temperatures drop to 28 F or below). If temperatures rise again in the morning, you can remove the covers during the day.<\/p>    <p>\u201cThe most common mistake (homeowners make) is waiting until the temperatures drop before taking action,\u201d says Mitchell. \u201cFrost blankets work by trapping heat around the plant and need to be installed before the temperatures drop (to the mid-30s F or lower).\u201d<\/p>    <p>Be mindful of what material you use to cover your plants. Mitchell says, \u201cLightweight and breathable fabrics, such as frost blankets, old sheets, or burlap, are best for providing frost protection. The goal is to trap some heat without holding excess moisture. Frost blankets designed for garden use provide the most consistent protection and can be reused for many seasons.\u201d<\/p>    <p>When asked if there is any material they advise against, both Mitchell and Goldsby agreed that plastic is a no-go. They explain that plastic can cause overheating and heat damage on your plants, but you can use it if you remove it during daylight hours.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\" style=\"font-size:15px\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> <br>It is also important that the material doesn\u2019t touch your plants directly (with shrubs and trees being an exception). Additionally, \u201cwhatever you use to cover should go all the way to the ground \u2026 to effectively trap heat,\u201d says Goldsby.&nbsp;<br>Mitchell provides a great example of how to cover woody plants correctly: \u201cInstead of a lollipop, small trees and shrubs should be covered to look more like a ghost.\u201d<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-5-add-lights-for-heat\">5. Add Lights for Heat<\/h2>    <p>You may have tried covering your plants in the past, but still experienced frost damage. If so, try using Christmas lights as an additional heat source. Place them under the cover to keep heat in and prevent them from getting wet. Also, ensure the lights don\u2019t touch your plants, as you risk burning them, and opt for incandescent (not LED) lights specifically rated for outdoor use.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Another tip is to place a milk jug filled with water near your plant roots, under the cover. The water will absorb heat during the day and slowly release it during the night. Ensure the jug doesn\u2019t touch the plant, as this can cause the plant to freeze due to condensation.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-6-create-cold-frames\">6. Create Cold Frames<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"537\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cold-frame.jpeg?wsr\" alt=\"A wooden structure with an open bottom and clear top protects vulnerable plants from a freeze.\" class=\"wp-image-142604\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cold-frame.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cold-frame-300x201.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cold-frame-656x440.jpeg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cold-frame-150x101.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cold-frame-768x516.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A cold frame protects vulnerable plants from a freeze. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/vegetables-growing-in-a-cold-frame-in-a-uk-garden\/397475325\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Paul Maguire<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Cold frames are small greenhouses: bottomless boxes with clear covers. Think of a raised garden bed with a top on it. A cold frame protects plants from wind, rain, and frost \u2014 elements that might harm sensitive or young plants.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>The structure absorbs heat during the day and releases it at night, maintaining a stable temperature for the plants inside. Cold frames are a good option to protect:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Tender seedlings<\/li>    <li>Recently-purchased transplants<\/li>    <li>Warm-season vegetables<\/li>    <li>Summer annuals<\/li>    <li>Plants that are sensitive to frost<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-faq\">FAQ<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762341878615\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What&#8217;s the Difference Between a Frost and a Freeze?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A frost happens when ice forms on the plant&#8217;s surface, usually when temperatures drop to around 33 F to 36 F. Frost tends to damage sensitive species (special varieties and young plants) or plants that have broken dormancy (plants that were planted in early spring or that were fertilized late in the fall).<br\/><br\/>If temperatures drop to 32 F or below, that\u2019s when a freeze happens. At such temperatures, the cold affects plant cells, damaging the plant tissue. Freeze damage is more extensive and causes plants to wilt or even die.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762341903436\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Should I Water Plants After a Freeze?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Avoid watering immediately after a freeze, as root activity has slowed down due to cold temperatures. Wait for the temperatures to rise (with no risk of frost or freeze) and the soil to be dry before watering. Once the soil is neither frozen nor wet, you can water it lightly until you see the plants start to recover from any damage.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762341911751\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Should I Prune Damage After a Freeze?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Avoid pruning while there is still a risk of another freeze. Goldsby explains, \u201cIf the cold damage has left soft tissue that is rotting, you can remove that. But dead or damaged leaves serve as protection for the plant throughout the rest of the winter. Pruning after cold damage can also encourage the plant to start growing before it is safe to do so.\u201d<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-when-to-call-a-pro\">When to Call a Pro<\/h2>    <p>Having a hard time preparing your plants for winter? Or maybe you simply don\u2019t have the spare time. In either case, call one of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/landscaping\">LawnStarter\u2019s landscaping pros<\/a> to help protect your plants from the cold.&nbsp;<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-7c2755e6-4840-480a-ba5e-12a596279fb3\" data-mobilecollapse=\"true\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"false\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-7c2755e6-4840-480a-ba5e-12a596279fb3\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-7c2755e6-4840-480a-ba5e-12a596279fb3\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Sources:<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-7c2755e6-4840-480a-ba5e-12a596279fb3\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/yardandgarden.extension.iastate.edu\/how-to\/all-about-cold-frames\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">All About Cold Frames<\/a>.\u201d By Aaron Steil, consumer horticulture Extension specialist. Iowa State University.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/travis-tx.tamu.edu\/about-2\/horticulture\/plant-problems-and-maintenance\/frosts-and-freezes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Frosts and Freezes<\/a>.\u201d Texas A&amp;M AgriLife Extension.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/yardandgarden.extension.iastate.edu\/how-to\/how-protect-plants-frost-and-freeze\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Protect Plants from Frost and Freeze<\/a>.\u201d By Aaron Steil, consumer horticulture Extension specialist. Iowa State University.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/ag.purdue.edu\/directory\/mitcheka\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Karen Mitchell<\/a>, consumer horticulture Extension specialist at Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN. Personal interview.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/lauren-goldsby-a03a601a7\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lauren Goldsby<\/a>, commercial and environmental horticulture agent at the University of Florida\/IFAS Extension, Panama City, FL. Personal interview.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uaex.uada.edu\/yard-garden\/arkansas-garden\/blog\/posts\/plant-frost-damage.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uaex.uada.edu\/yard-garden\/arkansas-garden\/blog\/posts\/plant-frost-damage.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Plant Protection for Freezing Temperatures<\/a>.\u201d By Randy Forst, consumer horticulture Extension educator. University of Arkansas System.<\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <p>Main Image: A gardener uses a frost blanket to protect plants from freezing temperatures. 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