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Frost this weekend - what's safe?
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Posted by theloniouszen WI (My Page) on Thu, Oct 8, 09 at 12:04
Well, looking at the forecast lows are going to be in the 20s from here on out, so our season is coming to an end.
Luckily this year I had a container garden only so I can move plants into our porch so they don't get frosted. I'm going to pick the green tomatoes and let the plants die because they more or less have stopped bearing fruit, but I was wondering what else I need to cover and what I'm safe leaving outside until we need it, because I know some garden plants can tolerate frost, like spinach and lettuce.
Wondering specifically about:
Brassica (cabbage and broccoli)
Leeks
Herbs. I have basil, thyme, chives, rosemary, parsley, mint
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RE: Frost this weekend - what's safe?
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| Everything you've listed there can tolerate a few degrees of frost. |
RE: Frost this weekend - what's safe?
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| Basil is a tender herb IMO. According to my herb book, it is native to India. I don't think it can withstand any frost. My Rosemary has been indoors for a while now, but according to the same book, it can withstand a light frost. But why take a chance. If you're planning to bring it in, do it now. Parsley definitely can take frost.
Chives and thyme are perennial in my yard, so I don't worry about them. |
RE: Frost this weekend - what's safe?
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| Thanks for your responses! What about celery? |
RE: Frost this weekend - what's safe?
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| Celery can take light frosts. The Brassicas are the hardiest in your list. We've had temps in the mid-teens (F) and they are still trying to grow! |
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