Frost forms on clear, still nights when the temperature near the ground falls close to zero.
Moist soil holds more heat than dry soil, so a light evening irrigation helps.
Cover nursery beds with straw or plastic sheets overnight.
Cold nights ahead: five ways to protect young crops from frost
A light irrigation in the evening and smoke at field edges can save young plants on the coldest nights.
Key points
- A light irrigation in the evening and smoke at field edges can save young plants on the coldest nights.
- Frost forms on clear, still nights when the temperature near the ground falls close to zero.
- Moist soil holds more heat than dry soil, so a light evening irrigation helps.
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