Great Lakes In Winter – Gardening Around The Great Lakes Region

Winter weather near the Great Lakes can be pretty rough as well as variable. Some areas are in USDA zone 2 with a first frost date that may occur in August, while others are in zone 6. All of the Great Lakes region is a four-season zone, and all gardeners here must contend with winter. There are some commonalities throughout the region, including pre-winter and winter garden chores everyone should be doing. Great Lakes Gardening – Prepping for Winter Preparing for a harsh winter is a must for Great Lakes gardeners. While the winter months are much colder in Duluth than Detroit, gardeners in both areas have to prep plants, beds, and lawns for cold and snow. Water plants throughout fall to ensure they don’t dry out during winter. This is especially important for transplants. Cover vegetable beds with a good layer of mulch. Cover the crowns of vulnerable shrubs […]

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