Frost Blankets - Heavy Duty
Whether you're a market grower or a home gardener, these frost blankets help protect your crops from damaging frost. Unlike bedsheets and other heavy fabrics, frost blankets are designed to protect plants without the risk of damage. They dry quickly and allow proper airflow.
Features
- Each length is 10 feet wide
- Extends the growing season for both fall and spring crops
- Provides 5 to 10+ degrees of freeze protection depending on ambient humidity
- Designed to help hold in heat
- Porous, allowing rain and overhead irrigation to pass through
- Minimizes plant burns
- Helps prevent soil and seed erosion from heavy rainfall
- Keeps insects and other unwanted pests off growing beds
- Helps overwinter ornamentals and other perennials
- Made from a polypropylene felt material that allows rain and a percentage of light to pass through
Frost Blanket Weights
Available in four weights: 0.9 oz, 1.5 oz, 2.5 oz, and 4.0 oz.
| Fabric Weight (oz) | Transparency (%) | Est. Temp Above Outside (°F) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.9 | 70 | 4 to 6 |
| 1.5 | 50 | 6 to 8 |
| 2.5 | 30 | up to 8 |
| 4.0 | 20 | 8 to 10 |
Temperature estimates are based on daytime temperatures above freezing. Individual results will vary based on growing zone and location.
Care and Storage
With proper care, your frost blanket can last up to three years. Make sure the blanket is fully dry before storing, and keep it away from direct sunlight.