Do not allow leaves to lie for long periods in masses on the grass as the grass will suffocate and die. Be sure to drain garden pools before the water freezes. Tropical water lilies and other tender aquatics should have already been taken indoors but hardy water lilies may be over wintered by placing them in a cool cellar in their water logged containers or covering them with two to three feet of leaves or straw in the bottom of the drained pool. Continue to work the gardens until the ground freezes. This is a good time to work in fresh manure, leaves and other organic matter.
Cold drafts can harm house plants.
House plants are also damaged if placed near a heater register or other heat source. House plants that receive insufficient light become long and spindly . High temperature can also cause this condition. Be sure to provide the conditions needed by your house plants.