Winter is already upon us, and many homeowners are implicated with how their plants will fair in the cold weather and snowfall. There's not much that can be done about the cold, but options are available to safe your deciduous shrubs and trees against damage from strong wind and heavy snow.
The majority of deciduous shrubs don't have much of an appeal in the winter season, but they are quite fragile and prone to damage when subjected to heavy snowfall and high winds, which can break their branches. You can help prevent this kind of damage by surface your shrubs with guards, or A-frames (sometimes called snow frames). Since these shrubs aren't a optical attraction in winter, it's best to safe them.
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Shelters can be bought pre-made, or you can make uncomplicated shelters yourself out of lumber from your local home furnish market like Home Depot or Lowes. Essentially, you'll be creating a "roof" that covers the plants and prevents snow from settling on them, and will also guard against strong winds which can also cause damage.
Tree Wraps to prevent Winter Burn
Evergreen shrubs and trees form the cornerstone of scenery appeal during winter, so surface them with shelters isn't a very desirable option. Instead, you can use tree wraps, which pull the branches snugly inward toward the trunk so they don't succumb to the weight of gathered snow or ice.
To prevent winter burn, windbreaks can also be used, employing the same netting used for tree wraps. Essentially a windbreak is constructed from a base of several poles inserted into the ground around the tree or shrub, and attaching chicken wire in the middle of each pole. The netting is then fastened to this structure, and provides a great relief from the wind for your evergreens.
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