Preparing Your Garden for a Florida Cold Snap

Even a short cold snap can damage tender plants if you're not prepared. A little advance planning protects your garden when temperatures drop.

Watch the Forecast

Keep an eye on overnight low forecasts once temperatures start trending toward the 30s so you have time to act.

Cover Sensitive Plants

Frost cloth or old sheets draped over tender plants can make the difference between minor leaf damage and losing the plant entirely.

Water Before a Freeze

Moist soil holds heat better than dry soil, so watering the day before a cold snap helps protect root systems.

Bring Containers Inside

Potted plants are more vulnerable to cold than in-ground ones; move them to a garage or indoors when frost is expected.

Have more questions about protecting your plants? Check out our plant care FAQ for answers.

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