Delicate and frozen plants will recover beautifully for spring if gardeners add one item to them now
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MANY of us leave our gardens and flowers alone when the sunshine fades and the colder months kick in. Winter can be a brutal time for our beloved gardens as the frost and freezing temperatures can make it too difficult for anything to grow. Not to mention that the heavy rain and snow can cause our gardens to become waterlogged, which can result in puddles and squelchy soil, as well as encourage algae and moss.
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And experts have warned that the cold, dark nights can actually cause lasting damage to our spaces and lead to a considerable amount of plant loss. This is because plants that have been frozen or that have experienced extreme temperature changes can be very delicate.
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Luckily, they have revealed what homeowners need to do to save their gardens ahead of spring - but you need to act now. And it's all about adding one garden essential around your plants to help them recover. It’s important not to stress the plant further when attempting to recover any damage.
Samantha said: "It’s important not to stress the plant further when attempting to recover any damage. "If you haven’t already done so, apply a layer of mulch around your plants to retain soil warmth and moisture. "Apply a 2-4 inch layer of either garden compost, wood chippings or leaves to the base of the plant.
"Avoid piling mulch directly on the stems and trunks of the plant to limit rotting. "Mulching is also beneficial for allowing rain to penetrate the soil in the winter while also improving the uptake of nutrients.". The garden pro also shared other things that homeowners could do to help their plants recover after freezing weather.
