Flower Power - How to ensure your flowers survive frost or snow

After a few weeks of mild-high temperatures I was completely baffled to hear that we will get light snow in the DC metro area this weekend.  The beautiful red tulips my husband planted last year and the lavender Chrysanthemums are already blooming.  Not to mention he planted two more rose bushes after he thought the one I pruned last year did not survive.  Luckily it did.  He noticed it sprouting the other day.  About two weeks ago we planted strawberries and grapes in the backyard, as well.  All that planting, tending, watering and fertilizing adds up, so naturally we wanted our flowers to survive this cold snap.  I went with the quickest method of covering the rose bushes with mulch and a small tee-pee of plastic secured to the Earth by rocks.  I covered the strawberries and grapes with a layer of plastic tarp. The tulips and chrysanthemums will survive on their own.

If you are seeking ways to protect your flowers, take a look at this link for tips.  I'll be sure to report back in in a few weeks to let you know how the plants are doing.

Stay warm yall & as always continued blessings,
Meek