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How to Winterize Your Yard: Protecting Trees and Shrubs

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Proper pruning and protection of shrubs and trees will help them survive the winter months, and will lead to healthy growth come spring.
Step 7: Wrap shrubs in burlap to prevent frost damage.
If frost has been in a problem in the past, consider wrapping your shrubs in burlap. The plant should be completely wrapped and the burlap secured with twine.
Secure the burlap with twine.

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Wear gloves, a long-sleeve shirt, and safety glasses when pruning.

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