Just because the temperatures are dropping, that doesn’t mean the leaves on your plants have to. From potted on your patio to planted in your garden, there are plenty of freeze-proof plants to bring life to the dead of winter.

SLHL Tip: Not sure if a plant will survive the season? Frost-resistant plants are indicated by their “hardiness rating” — a number that can be found on any plant tag. The lower the number, the more winter-tolerant the plant!

Flowers

Cyclamen (above)
Primrose
Violets
Nemesia
Snapdragons
Diascia
Coneflower

Greenery

Boxwood Hedge (above)
Winter Gem Boxwood
English Boxwood
Potted Blue Spruce
Cypress
Coral Bells

Veggies

Cabbage (above)
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Carrots
Onions
Turnips
Parsnips

Bonus tip: some vegetables may even continue to grow in the winter, such as spinach, kale, collard greens, chard and endive!