Proper pruning and protection of shrubs and trees will help them survive the winter months, and will lead to healthy growth come spring.
Step 6: Select an appropriate ground covering for your plants. The right ground covering depends on region, climate, and the plants that need protecting. Good organic mulches include peat moss, wheat-free straw, bark mulch, or wood chips. Mulching protects roots and prevents rapid fluctuations in soil temperatures. Choose an appropriate organic mulch.
