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WARNING: Frost Coming, Cover Your Sensitive Plants

The National Weather Service is predicting early morning frost on Tuesday over much of Maryland.

The National Weather Service has issued a freeze warning over much of Maryland for early Tuesday morning.

Temperatures are expected to drop between the mid-20s and 30s between 3 a.m. and 9 a.m.

"A freeze warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other sensitive vegetation," the NWS stated.

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Gardening Know How offers several suggestions for protecting at-risk plants, including spring and summer vegetables, from frost damage. The website suggests watering sensitive plants before covering them with blankets or sheets. Gardeners can also bring their potted plants inside of their homes.

How do you expect the frost to impact your garden? Tell us in the comments.

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