cold frame (Meaning)

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cold frame (n)

protective covering consisting of a wooden frame with a glass top in which small plants are protected from the cold

A cold frame is a gardening tool used to extend the growing season by providing a protected environment for plants.
I use a cold frame to start seedlings in the early spring before transferring them to the garden.
Cold frames are typically made of wood or metal and have a transparent cover to let sunlight in while trapping heat.
During the winter months, I cover my cold frame with an insulating material to protect delicate plants from frost.
Cold frames are especially useful for growing cold-tolerant vegetables like lettuce and spinach during the cooler months.
I built my own cold frame using recycled materials to minimize costs.
Cold frames can be placed directly on the ground or raised on legs to improve drainage.
Some gardeners use cold frames to harden off seedlings before planting them in the garden.
The transparent cover of a cold frame can be adjusted to control temperature and humidity levels inside.
With a well-insulated cold frame, I can enjoy fresh greens from my garden well into the winter.

protective covering consisting of a wooden frame with a glass top in which small plants are protected from the cold

greenhouse,hotbed, conservatory, hothouse,botanic garden, glasshouse, botanical garden,nursery

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A cold frame is a gardening tool used to extend the growing season by providing a protected environment for plants.

I use a cold frame to start seedlings in the early spring before transferring them to the garden.

Cold frames are typically made of wood or metal and have a transparent cover to let sunlight in while trapping heat.

During the winter months, I cover my cold frame with an insulating material to protect delicate plants from frost.