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Winter Protection for
Trees and Shrubs
Wntenze you' car wmtenze yourhome and now wmtenae your landscape too7 Your landscape will appreciate your intervention and reward you witn Beautiful healthy growth m the spnng Trees ana scrubs go through cycles during the year in iate tail pant root systems expand to store starches tor the next spring when a great deal of energy will oe used tor Budding %afmg, flowenno and twig growth Spring renewal depends on the availability of water and nutrients in the tali - betore the dormant season begins
Fertilization with a sow release fertilizer is recommenced Proper amounts o* nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium are suited tor tali fertilizing Once the leaves nave dropped its easier to detect interfering branches and structural weaknesses That'S why fas is an deaf time to prune trees and renovate shrubs because of the unobstructed view Pruning will also concentrate the tree s energy into the remaining crown area and result m more luxuriant and vigorous growth in the spring.
Evergreens retain the«r towage year-round In winter months, root systems have to work overtime to supply moisture to areas exposed lo harsh drymg winds This condition is called ‘wmterbum' and can result in browning tonage A thorough watering and a light layer of muton m late toll are excellent precautions to offsel this condition fertilization is also recommended » help roots increase water absorption capability
■Cntters' (deer mice, votes) probably make the greatest contributor to winter damage Barnett Tree Experts has effective programs to 'educe oeer foraging For more information or to schedule an appointment tor a complimentary consultation with me, call 877-BARTLETT today, or e mail me at |wood@toarttett com.
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