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Friday, May 22, 2026 at 12:34 PM

Don’t wait until the last minute to prepare for freezes

Don’t wait until the last minute to prepare for freezes
LSU AgCenter horticulturist Jason Stagg spreads frost cloth over bedding plants. (Randy LaBauve/LSU AgCenter)

Get it growing

In Louisiana, our weather can turn on a dime — especially this time of year. One day will be cool and crisp; the next, unseasonably warm. Then, surprise! There’s a freeze in the forecast.

That’s why it’s important to stay ahead of the game. If you make a few preparations now, you won’t be caught off guard and scrambling to protect your plants when a cold front approaches.

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