Garden Fleece & Frost Protection Fleece for Plants
Protect frost-sensitive plants during colder weather with garden fleece and frost protection fleece. Also commonly known as horticultural fleece, this flexible plant protection material can be placed over or around plants and is therefore suitable for a wide variety of shapes and sizes. Depending on the specific product, it can be used for garden plants, shrubs, young plants and plants growing in outdoor planters that need additional protection when temperatures fall.
At Intergard you will find frost protection fleece for plants in different sizes and specifications. The right fleece depends on the plant, the area you want to protect and the properties of the individual product. Measure the plant or area before ordering and allow sufficient material to position the fleece without unnecessary tension.
Not every plant requires the same protection against cold and frost. Plant hardiness, location, temperature, wind, moisture and the duration of a cold spell can all influence the level of winter protection required. Always consider the needs of the individual plant and check the specifications of the fleece you intend to use.
For individual plants, a pre-shaped plant frost protection cover may be more convenient, while jute winter protection provides another option for pots, trunks and plants. Explore our garden and horticultural fleece below and choose the size and type that suits your plants.
What is garden fleece?
Garden fleece is a flexible material that can be placed over or around plants to provide additional protection during cold weather. In the UK it is also commonly referred to as horticultural fleece, particularly when used for protecting plants in gardens and growing areas.
Unlike a pre-shaped plant cover, fleece can be adapted to different plants, shapes and areas. Depending on the product, it can be used around individual plants, shrubs, young plants and plants growing in outdoor planters.
The exact material, dimensions, weight and other properties vary between products. Always check the specifications of the individual garden fleece before use.
What is frost protection fleece?
Frost protection fleece is a flexible protective material used to provide vulnerable plants with additional protection during periods of cold weather and frost. Depending on the product, it can be placed over or around the plant.
Frost protection fleece does not prevent the outside temperature from falling and does not automatically make a frost-sensitive plant hardy. It should therefore be considered an additional protective measure rather than a guarantee against frost damage.
The protection required depends on factors including the plant species, temperature, location, wind, moisture and the duration of the cold period.
What is horticultural fleece?
Horticultural fleece is a widely used British term for lightweight flexible fleece used around plants and growing areas. When used during colder weather, it can provide additional protection for vulnerable plants.
The terms garden fleece, horticultural fleece and frost protection fleece can overlap in everyday use. However, the exact properties of individual products may differ. Check the product specifications rather than assuming that every type of fleece provides exactly the same level or type of protection.
What is the difference between garden fleece and frost protection fleece?
Garden fleece and frost protection fleece are both flexible materials that can be used around plants, but the exact specifications and intended applications can vary by product.
Garden fleece or horticultural fleece is a broader product description, whereas the term frost protection fleece clearly describes its intended use during cold and frosty conditions.
When choosing between them, compare the individual product specifications, including dimensions, material and stated application. Do not assume that the thickness, weight or protective properties are identical across all types of fleece.
Why use frost protection fleece for plants?
Not all garden plants tolerate low temperatures equally well. Some are hardy, while others can be more vulnerable to frost or prolonged cold weather.
Using frost protection fleece for plants can provide vulnerable plants with an additional protective layer during colder periods. Whether a particular plant needs protection depends on the species and the conditions in which it is growing.
Important factors include:
- the hardiness of the plant;
- the expected minimum temperature;
- the duration of the cold or frosty period;
- whether the position is sheltered or exposed;
- wind, moisture and other weather conditions;
- whether the plant is growing in the ground, a pot or a planter.
Which plants can be protected with horticultural fleece?
Depending on the individual product, horticultural fleece and frost protection fleece can be used with various plants that require additional protection during cold weather. These may include:
- frost-sensitive garden plants;
- potted and container plants;
- young or vulnerable plants;
- shrubs and small trees;
- plants growing in cold or exposed positions.
Always check the hardiness and care requirements of the individual plant. Not every garden plant needs to be covered during winter.
How much frost protection fleece do I need?
Measure the plant or the entire area you want to cover before calculating how much fleece you need. For an individual plant, measure its height and maximum width and include any protruding branches.
If you want to protect several plants or a larger growing area, determine the total length and width that needs to be covered. Allow additional material so that the fleece can be positioned without unnecessary tension and suitably secured where required.
Compare these measurements with the dimensions of the selected product to determine the quantity required.
When should I put frost fleece on plants?
Put frost protection fleece over vulnerable plants before temperatures that could damage the particular plant are expected. The right time depends on the plant species, its location and the weather conditions.
Monitor the weather forecast during autumn and winter and identify frost-sensitive plants in advance. This makes it easier to provide protection before a potentially damaging cold period begins.
Can frost protection fleece stay on plants all winter?
Not necessarily. Whether fleece can remain in place for an extended period depends on the plant, the material and the weather conditions. Moisture and ventilation may also need to be considered.
Check covered plants regularly and adjust their protection when conditions change. Always follow the instructions supplied with the specific fleece.
Frost protection fleece for pots and planters
Plants growing in pots and outdoor planters require particular attention because the root ball can be exposed differently to low temperatures compared with the roots of a similar plant growing directly in the ground.
Fleece placed only around the above-ground part of a plant does not automatically protect the roots inside the container. Depending on the plant, location and conditions, the pot or planter may therefore require separate protection. Moving a vulnerable container plant to a more sheltered position may also be appropriate.
At the same time, make sure that excess water can continue to drain from the pot or planter.
Garden fleece, frost fleece, winter cover or jute?
Several types of winter plant protection are available. The most practical choice depends on the plant and the area you want to protect.
- Garden fleece: a flexible material that can be placed over or around different plants and areas.
- Frost protection fleece: flexible plant protection intended to provide additional protection during cold and frosty periods.
- Plant frost protection cover: a pre-shaped cover particularly convenient for protecting an individual plant.
- Jute winter protection: a flexible option for applications such as pots, trunks and plants, with a natural appearance.
Always consider the specifications and intended use of the individual product. One form of winter protection is not automatically the best solution for every plant.
How-to: how to protect plants with frost protection fleece
Follow these steps when preparing vulnerable plants for a period of cold weather:
- Identify vulnerable plants. Check their hardiness and sensitivity to low temperatures.
- Check the weather forecast. Apply protection before temperatures that could damage the plant are expected.
- Measure the plant. Measure its height and maximum width, including protruding branches.
- Allow sufficient fleece. Use enough material to cover the required parts without placing unnecessary tension on the plant.
- Position the fleece carefully. Place it over or around the plant without unnecessarily damaging branches and foliage.
- Secure it appropriately. Prevent the fleece from being easily displaced by wind without constricting the plant.
- Check the plant regularly. Pay attention to moisture, ventilation, the condition of the plant and changing weather.
- Adjust the protection when necessary. Also follow the instructions provided with the specific product.
Can one piece of frost fleece protect several plants?
Yes, depending on its dimensions and intended use, flexible frost protection fleece can be used to cover several plants or a larger area. This is one of the practical differences compared with a pre-shaped winter plant cover, which is generally intended for an individual plant.
Measure the complete area before cutting or positioning the fleece and make sure the plants are not unnecessarily compressed underneath it.
How else can you prepare your garden for winter?
Protecting vulnerable plants is one part of preparing a garden for colder weather. It is also useful to check pots, outdoor planters and other items that remain outside during winter.
If you use a suitable wood-burning stove or fire, you can also prepare your supply of firewood. Suitable firewood racks can help organise stored logs. Firewood should be stored with suitable ventilation and protected from direct precipitation.
Garden fleece & frost protection fleece from Intergard
With garden fleece, horticultural fleece and frost protection fleece, vulnerable garden and container plants can be given additional protection during cold weather. The flexible material makes fleece suitable for a wide range of plant shapes and growing areas.
Compare the available dimensions, types and product specifications and choose the fleece that best suits your application. You can also explore our outdoor planters, firewood and firewood racks when preparing your outdoor space for the colder months.
Frequently asked questions about garden fleece and frost protection fleece
What is frost protection fleece?
Frost protection fleece is a flexible material used to provide vulnerable plants with additional protection during periods of cold weather and frost. Exact properties and applications vary between products.
What is horticultural fleece?
Horticultural fleece is a flexible garden material commonly used around plants and growing areas. Depending on the product, it can be used as part of winter and frost protection.
What is the difference between garden fleece and frost protection fleece?
The terms can overlap, but the exact specifications and intended applications may differ between products. Compare the material, dimensions and stated use before choosing.
When should I cover plants with frost fleece?
Cover vulnerable plants before temperatures that could damage the particular plant are expected. The correct timing depends on the plant, its location and weather conditions.
How do you use frost protection fleece?
Place the fleece carefully over or around the plant and secure it appropriately so that it is not easily displaced by wind. Avoid unnecessarily compressing branches and foliage.
Can I leave frost fleece on all winter?
Not automatically. This depends on the plant, fleece and weather conditions. Check the plant, moisture and ventilation regularly.
Can frost protection fleece be used on potted plants?
Yes, depending on the product, frost protection fleece can be placed over or around potted and container plants. Remember that the root ball and container may require additional protection.
Does frost fleece protect plant roots?
Fleece covering only the above-ground part of a potted plant does not automatically protect its roots. Separate protection of the pot or container may be appropriate.
Is frost fleece better than a winter plant cover?
It depends on the application. Frost fleece is flexible and can cover different plants or areas, while a pre-shaped winter cover can be more convenient for an individual plant.
How much horticultural fleece do I need?
Measure the complete area you want to cover and allow additional material for positioning and securing the fleece. Compare the resulting measurements with the dimensions of the selected product.