Floating Row Cover
Garden Plant Covers
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Garden Plant Covers

Garden Plant Covers

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The garden plant covers are designed to shield your plants from frost and cold weather. Made from 2.5-ounce spunbound fabric with UV inhibitors, these covers allow air and water to pass through while providing effective protection from frost. Sewn seams ensure a durable and high-quality product. These covers help maintain a warmer environment underneath, extending the harvest and flowering periods. Available in multiple sizes, these garden plant covers are a versatile and reliable solution for winter plant protection.

Product Specifics

  • Material:  Polypropylene
  • Size: Various
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Frost Protection Fabrics

  • Resists UV degradation
  • Allows air, water, and nutrients to pass through the fabric
  • Keeps air below fabric warmer than air outside of it

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A Practical Guide to Using Garden Plant Covers for Frost Protection

Gardeners know that unexpected frosts can wreak havoc on plants — damaging leaves, stunting growth, or even killing tender crops. One of the easiest and most effective ways to protect your garden is by using garden plant covers. This guide will explain what they are, when and how to use them, and tips for maximizing their effectiveness.

What Are Garden Plant Covers?

Garden plant covers are protective materials designed to shield plants from cold temperatures, frost, wind, and pests. They come in different forms, including:

• Frost Blankets (also known as floating row covers)
• Cloche Covers (individual plant domes)
• Fabric Covers (woven or non-woven plant cover sheets)
• Pop-up Plant Tents

Most are made from breathable materials that let in light and water while keeping out the cold.

Green Frost Blankets

Frost Blankets in Green

Why Use Garden Plant Covers?

✅ Prevent Frost Damage
Plant covers trap heat from the soil and create a microclimate around the plant, keeping temperatures a few degrees warmer.
✅ Extend Growing Season
You can start plants earlier in spring and harvest longer into fall by protecting them from unexpected frosts.
✅ Protect from Pests and Wind
Many covers also block insects and shield delicate plants from harsh winds that could cause physical damage.

When Should You Use Garden Plant Covers?

• Early Spring & Late Fall: To protect plants from unexpected nighttime frosts.
• During Sudden Cold Snaps: Even in the middle of the growing season if a sudden cold front is forecast.
• To Harden Off Seedlings: Gradually acclimating young plants to outdoor conditions.

Pro Tip: Watch local weather forecasts. If temperatures are predicted to drop below 36°F (2°C), it’s a good time to cover sensitive plants.

How to Use Garden Plant Covers — Step by Step

Step 1: Choose the Right Cover
• Lightweight covers (0.5 oz - 1 oz) for light frost and seedlings.
• Heavy-duty covers (2 oz and up) for hard frosts or long-term protection.

Step 2: Prepare the Plants
• Water plants during the day before a frost — moist soil holds heat better than dry soil.
• Remove any dead or damaged foliage to prevent disease under the cover.

Step 3: Install the Cover
1. Drape or place the cover over the plants. Ensure it reaches the ground on all sides to trap warmth.
2. Use stakes, hoops, or frames to prevent the fabric from resting directly on delicate foliage (especially if using heavier covers).
3. Anchor the edges with soil, rocks, or landscape pins to seal out cold air and wind.

Step 4: Remove During the Day (If Needed)
• On sunny days, remove or lift the covers to prevent overheating and allow plants to photosynthesize.
• If using breathable covers, they can often be left in place for extended periods without harm.

Examples of Plants that Benefit from Covers

Plant TypeReason for Covering
Tomatoes, Peppers, EggplantsTender vegetables sensitive to frost
Strawberries, BerriesProtect blossoms and early fruiting
Leafy Greens (lettuce, spinach)Extend harvesting into colder months
Young SeedlingsShield from both cold and strong winds
Citrus, Fig Trees (young)Prevent frost damage on young growth
Frost Blanket Protection

Frost Cloth in Yard

Tips for Success

• Ventilation matters: Avoid moisture buildup under covers, especially during sunny days.
• Monitor weather: Only keep covers on when frost is imminent — too much coverage can reduce airflow and sunlight.
• Reuse & store: After the frost season, fold and store covers in a dry place to prolong their lifespan.
• Combine methods: Use with mulch to further insulate roots and soil.

Practical Example: Protecting Tomatoes in Late Fall

Imagine you have a row of tomato plants still producing fruit, but a frost is forecast. Here's how to protect them:

1. Water plants thoroughly in the morning.
2. Place hoops along the row to support a frost blanket.
3. Drape the blanket over the hoops, ensuring it touches the ground.
4. Pin down the edges to prevent wind from blowing it away.
5. In the morning, check the weather — if temperatures rise, lift one side of the cover to ventilate.

Final Thoughts

Garden plant covers are an inexpensive, reusable, and highly effective tool to protect your plants from frost and extend your gardening season. With a little preparation, you can avoid losing plants to unexpected cold snaps and enjoy a longer, healthier growing season.