The essentials for living your best life.
The essentials for living your best life.
Protect tender tomato and pepper transplants from late frosts with simple garden cloches made from clay pots, milk jugs, storage bins, or even chicken wire. These movable covers create a cozy microclimate, deter pests, and help young plants thrive—just vent or remove them on warm, sunny days to prevent overheating.
September frost preparation starts with knowing your first frost by hardiness zone so you can harvest before frost and protect tender plants at the right time. With a simple fall frost garden checklist and smart row cover timing, you can keep your garden looking healthy even when cold weather moves in.