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Gardening Tips for Preparing for Winter: Zones 5 to 10

Winter is here, even in San Diego, where there are no hard freezes. There are many things that gardeners need to do to prepare for the winter. This video covers tips for zones five to zone 10, with some suggestions for zones nine plus. Here are some tips for gardeners to prepare their garden for winter.

In a warm climate like San Diego, seedlings can grow outdoors year-round with no issues. Brassicas, alliums, and onions can be transplanted throughout winter until December with no problem. For those who do not want a full growing season, planting cover crops is an excellent solution. It improves the soil, beautifies the space, and attracts beneficial insects, with little effort.

For those in a warmer climate, beds can be left un-mulched. Compost on top of the beds will soak up extra heat and help the plants grow a little bit faster. However, for those experiencing a real winter, Chris from Vancouver offers some excellent suggestions.

In Vancouver, the combination of wet and cold can be a challenge for plants. Winter gardening requires some general gardening housekeeping towards the end of the year. Main season growing structures should be taken down and tucked into a sheltered spot, because they are serving no purpose. For beds that are planned to grow winter food, a very simple low hoop tunnel can be set up using half-inch PVC, rebar to keep everything in place at the base, and a greenhouse polyethylene. This allows plenty of light transmission to reach the plants, and the simple structure is effective at keeping plants cozy and protecting them from heavy snow.

When preparing for winter, collecting fallen leaves is an excellent way to prepare the garden for winter. Medium-sized leaves are ideal for mulching in the beds, while larger leaves tend to smush down any plants that are trying to peek through.

In conclusion, preparing for winter is essential for gardeners in zones 5 to 10. Whether you are in a warm or cold climate, there are steps that you can take to ensure that your garden is ready for winter. By following these tips, you can keep your plants healthy throughout the winter season.

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Prep your garden for winter with these tips from the squad: Kevin, @jacquesinthegarden @fluentgarden320 and @Blossomandbranch. Our goal is to give you comprehensive winter tips, no matter what your growing zone.

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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – Intro
Zone 9+
00:14 – Start Seedlings
00:43 – Cover Cropping & No Mulching
01:26 – Zone 8B (Chris)
01:57 – Put Structures Away
02:36 – Put Up Covers
03:53 – Mulch
04:54 – Dig Up Perennials
06:17 – Zone 5/6 (Briana)
06:31 – Winterizing Plants
07:12 – Cover Cropping
09:22 – Making Leaf Molds
11:16 – Prepping New Beds

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