How do I protect plants from freezing in Southwest Florida?
Bring Plants IndoorsBring potted plants indoors the night before freezing temperatures are expected. Place the plants in a garage or just inside the foyer of a home, if possible.Keep Plants WateredWater plants the day before expected freezing weather to give the plants’ roots the water they need and to act as a barrier the cold weather.Cover PlantsCover plants the night before cold weather with a lightweight material such as bed sheets and light blankets. Do not use plastic to cover plants, as the plastic can adhere to the plants and cause more damage when warmer weather approaches.
