Winter Landscaping Tips to Protect Your Plants in Aurora
AURORA, Colo. — As winter settles in, proper landscaping care is essential to ensure your plants not only survive but thrive until spring. Donavan Ryan from Environmental Designs, collaborating with the Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado, shared valuable insights with Denver7 on winter plant protection in the Adonea neighborhood.
Many homeowners mistakenly believe that dormant plants require little to no maintenance during the colder months. However, Ryan emphasizes the importance of wrapping young trees to safeguard them from a phenomenon known as sunscald. This type of damage occurs when warmer daytime temperatures prompt plant cells to emerge from dormancy, only for them to freeze and burst under rapidly dropping nighttime temperatures. The result is a painful wound for the tree, which can take a long time to heal.
To avoid such damage, Ryan recommends insulating young trees with protective wrapping throughout the winter season. This simple yet effective measure can help maintain the integrity of the tree and facilitate its recovery come spring. Once the weather warms up, these wraps can be safely removed.
For more insights on winter tree care, viewers can watch the accompanying video, which highlights the importance of wrapping young trees during the harsh winter months.
As winter continues, taking these proactive steps will bolster your landscaping efforts and help your plants emerge stronger when spring arrives.