Wednesday, May 19, 2010

How to protect flower beds from freezing thems?

Last week it was 80 here, now getting down to low 30's. Saw lots of my tulips,iris's, daffodils coming up, and much as 10 inches. Whats are some ideas to protect them from the low temps, will just blankets do?

How to protect flower beds from freezing thems?
Set dowel rods or similar around the borders, a few in the middle of the bedding area. Cover with plastic sheeting. Anchor the edges with rocks or garden tools. Blankets allow the ground heat to escape.
Reply:yes just cover them .
Reply:burlap is best ............. oops ran out of burlap here so old sheets %26amp; pillow cases no plastic! not good


getting cold here in Ohio


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