Winter gardening sounds like a daredevil sport. Frost nipping at your nose, icy winds trying to sabotage your seedlings, and yet, some plants thrive while you’re bundled in three layers of clothing. If you’ve ever wondered how gardeners coax life out of frozen soil in December, the answer often starts with one little hero: the cold frame.
This simple, unassuming structure can turn your backyard into a miniature greenhouse of productivity. But do you really need one to grow in December, or can you improvise your way to leafy success?
