Is it okay to garden outdoors without doing mini greenhouses in this cool May weather?

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mango

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I live in southern Ohio and am used to it being very warm in May, but we've had frost overnight one time this week, if that tells you how cool it has been.

What are some precautions I should take if I plant my veggie gardens and flowers now?
 
the frost warnings are almost at a close.I always have been particular about certain plants i know should not be outside because of frost warnings,like geraniums and basil.but for the most part,i believed that the cool weather actually gives the roots a golden opportunity to build and strengthen,which will provide you with stronger ,healthier plants.just water deeply in the morning because evening waterings can propagate fungus,even this early in the season.memorial day is the perfect target date for your zone though.but if their are frost warnings,throw an old sheet or tarp over the plants for the night and you should be just fine!
 
the frost warnings are almost at a close.I always have been particular about certain plants i know should not be outside because of frost warnings,like geraniums and basil.but for the most part,i believed that the cool weather actually gives the roots a golden opportunity to build and strengthen,which will provide you with stronger ,healthier plants.just water deeply in the morning because evening waterings can propagate fungus,even this early in the season.memorial day is the perfect target date for your zone though.but if their are frost warnings,throw an old sheet or tarp over the plants for the night and you should be just fine!
 
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