When winter rolls in and the garden starts to fade, most people grab a blanket and head indoors—but your plants need one too. Beneath that layer of soil, roots are quietly doing their best to survive the icy months ahead. The problem? Frost, wind, and sudden temperature swings can spell disaster for them. Enter the unsung hero of winter gardening: straw mulch.
This simple, golden blanket might look humble, but it’s a game-changer for keeping roots alive, happy, and ready to bounce back when spring returns.
