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Close-up of prepared garden beds for winter shows raised iron beds fully covered with a thick layer of dry autumn leaves as mulch, with nearby low bushes also insulated under mulch for protection.

Gardening Tips

Preparing Garden Beds for Winter: To Cover or Not to Cover?

Should you cover your garden beds? Covering insulates and warms the soil to encourage healthy crops during the cold months. It’s not always necessary, though, and some gardeners may choose not to cover their beds. See what you should do, and learn how to prepare your garden beds with backyard gardener Jerad Bryant.

A close-up shot of several potted flowers, with a white flower in the middle, showcasing when to bring hibiscus indoors

Houseplants

When to Bring Potted Hibiscus Indoors for Winter

Whether you’re growing tropical or hardy hibiscus in pots, the colorful flair continues next season with winter protection. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines when to bring potted hibiscus indoors for successful regrowth and continued enjoyment in spring.

A close-up shot of a small composition of white colored flowers, placed ins a white pot, near a window, showcasing how to overwinter potted mums

Flowers

How to Overwinter Potted Mums

Potted mums fill bare gardens in the fall with their flowers. They bloom at the end of the growing season, which is why they’re commonly available at stores at the end of summer. Though some mums are hardy, others are frost-tender. They need special care to survive the winter, especially if they’re growing in pots.