Is A Med. Gauge Plastic Tarp Suitable To Cover A Raised Bed?

Question

it’s going to freeze in Central TX tonight. I have a raised bed with mew seedlings planted (peppers, strawberries, cilantro, rosemary) will cover the bed w a plastic tarp be sufficient to keep these safe? Low is 29

Answer 1

Yes, but you need cloth beneath the plastic, such as a sheet or blanket. Plastic by itself could harm the plants.

Here is more:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/protect-plants-in-freeze.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/frost-how-to-protect-your-plants.htm