Putting the Garden to Bed: Winterizing Raised Beds

Prepare your raised beds for winter while building healthier soil for next season! In this practical workshop, you’ll learn how to protect your beds from frost and nutrient loss by using cover crops, mulching techniques, and other simple methods that prevent your soil from being exposed to harsh winter conditions. We’ll discuss the benefits of covering your soil to retain nitrogen, reduce erosion, and support soil life through the cold months. Whether you’re new to gardening or looking to refine your fall practices, this workshop will help you confidently put your raised beds to bed, ensuring a strong, vibrant start in spring.

NYC Parks GreenThumb hosts this event. We are proud to be the nation’s most extensive urban community gardening program, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support, community gardens are centers of environmental justice, ensuring that our city is fairer, safer, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public.