069 Protecting Succulents from the Cold (One Answer May Surprise You!)

For those of us in USDA Zone 9, protecting citrus trees from a frost or freeze is a primary concern. But what about all the gardeners in USDA Zones 9, 8 and 7 that have a yard full of succulents? What is the best way to protect them from cold damage? We talk with the Plant Lady, Marlene Simon, from the UC Davis Botanical Conservatory, who has tips for keeping your succulents alive through the winter. And one of her tips involving water might be the direct opposite of what you are doing! It’s Episode 69 of the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast. And we will do it all in under 30 minutes.

Picture: a frozen succulent, the aeonium (Photo courtesy Debra Lee Baldwin)

Links: Marlene Simon, The Plant Lady, Website UC Botanical Conservatory Book: "Succulents" by Robin Stockwell More Succulent Cold Protection Tips from author Debra Lee Baldwin The Miracle Berry that Marlene referred to Growing the Miracle Berry from Seed Farmer Fred Rant: Preparing your Yard for a Frost or Freeze Farmer Fred Rant: Hard Freeze Coming? How to Prepare Farmer Fred Rant: What To Do (And Not Do) After a Hard Freeze Heavy Duty Frost Cloths by Agribon

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