Planning for fall and winter harvests starts with knowing when to sow and how to protect crops as temperatures drop. Learn how to schedule cold-weather plantings, choose appropriate protection, and extend your growing season.

Learn how to prepare and protect coldframes for winter, from crop selection and timing to structural support, snow-load strategies, and irrigation winterization. Practical, research-based guidance for resilient winter growing.

Worried about a late spring freeze? Learn how to protect summer plants from late spring freezes with simple tips and tricks for backyard growers—covers, timing, and more to keep your garden thriving.