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Cold-sensitive plants, including many houseplants and tropical varieties like hibiscus, struggle in temperatures below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. This also applies to vegetables such as tomatoes and peppers, as well as herbs like basil.
Exposure to colder weather can cause these plants to experience cold stress, which manifests in symptoms like wilting, leaf drop, discoloration, and slowed growth.
To protect your plants from the cold, consider bringing them indoors, covering them with protective materials, or adding mulch around them, especially on Friday night when temperatures are expected to dip.
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