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Winter frosts can be tough on gardens, but with a few simple steps you can protect your plants from damage. Frost forms when temperatures drop to freezing and moisture in the air settles and freezes on leaves and stems. This can injure plant cells, cause leaves to wilt or blacken, and in some cases kill tender plants altogether. Plants are especially vulnerable if they’re young, recently transplanted, or producing new growth after a warm spell, so advance preparation is key.

As the gardening season winds down, it’s easy to overlook one last important task: mulching. Applying mulch in autumn protects your garden through winter and sets the stage for healthier growth in spring. Here’s why it’s worth doing now: 1. Protects Against Winter Damage: Mulch insulates the soil and helps regulate temperature. This protects plant roots from freeze-thaw cycles and prevents frost heaving. 2. Conserves Soil Moisture: Even in cooler months, plants need moisture.

Now that autumn is here, it's a good time to give your lawn some extra care. After the stress of summer heat and dry conditions, grass...