As fall settles in and temperatures start to drop, safeguarding fruit trees from frost becomes an essential responsibility for home gardeners and orchardists. Frost can significantly harm budding ...

The UC Master Gardeners of Butte County are part of the University of California Cooperative Extension system, serving our ...

January is one of the coldest months, and the damage caused by frost and cold wind can be devastating to plants. Here's how ...

Hoarfrost doesn’t typically form under windy conditions, so it coats surfaces more evenly than rime ice, which often ...

Learning how to protect plants from frost is a must when cold weather is on the way. Frost can affect many plants, and is particularly damaging to tropical and ornamental varieties, as well as any ...

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Keeping plants safe during winter needn't be expensive. There are several cost-effective and cheap ways to protect plants from frost and snow, all of which I have used in my career as a professional ...

If you’ve ever planted a young tree, you know how much care they need, especially when cold weather rolls in. Winter brings freezing temperatures, harsh winds, and sudden temperature swings that can ...

Frost can form in the mid-30°F range as moisture freezes on plant surfaces. Protect tender plants with breathable covers—blankets, sheets, or fabric (avoid plastic). Use temporary overnight coverings ...

WASHINGTON — One Virginia scientist is working with farmers in the Commonwealth to help protect fruit trees from late spring frosts. "Sometimes it feels like you are fighting a losing battle with ...

We’re once again getting close to the time of year when we can expect some frosts in Tucson. Depending on your location and microclimate, and your choice of plants, you might want to consider some ...