With spring almost here (next week) it's time to get your transplants ready. A cold frame is an almost necessity. There are hundreds of plans and videos on building a cold frame, fancy to simple. I use one that's simple and CHEAP! From the thrift store, I buy an clear tote (usually the lid is missing) for a couple bucks. Drill some 3/4" holes on sides near bottom, which when used will be the top. Don't drill holes in bottom as in use they will allow rain/snow in. The holes allow for ventilation, and prevent over heating in the sunlight. If you have winds, put a couple of bricks on top of cold frame to prevent wind from tipping it over. Cheap, simple, and almost instant! I use same tote to root cuttings by placing it in the shade. For my cuttings, I use a cheap dishpan from Walmart, with drainage holes drilled in the bottom, and fill it with coarse sand. I get the sand from a creek near our house. Each heavy rain rebuilds the sand bar with more sand.