Nov 21, 2014 · Protect your landscape plants from Old Man Winter by following these tips. Be sure when siting plants to avoid downspouts and areas where ice and snow will be piled. …

Dec 5, 2024 · We’re the team at New Life Arbor, and we know Michigan winters can be brutal on trees. With freezing temperatures, heavy snow, and strong winds, trees go through a lot. But …

Mar 10, 2023 · Michigan saw multiple snowstorms and even an ice storm this winter that left many trees and shrubs with broken limbs and damages. Here is a guide on how winter storms affect …

Dec 21, 2011 · Protecting plants before heavy snowfall is the best way to reduce branch bending and breakage. So far, the winter of 2011-2012 has been remarkably unremarkable. …

Jan 8, 2025 · In this guide, we’ll explore effective strategies for safeguarding your trees against winter’s challenges, identify common signs of winter damage, and offer practical solutions for …

Dec 14, 2020 · Evergreens are tough but sometimes Michigan winters are tougher. Learn what you can do to protect your evergreens and help them make it to spring. While evergreen trees …

Feb 27, 2023 · One of the most significant and lasting impacts of winter on trees is ice and snow damage. Last week’s ice storm in southern lower Michigan coated trees with up to half an inch …

Snow and Ice. Heavy loads of snow and ice can cause major structural damage to trees and shrubs (fig. 11), especially when combined with wind. If limb breakage does occur, prune back …

While fertilization and disease control are vital for tree and shrub health, proactive preparation for Michigan’s winter extremes is just as critical. The combination of snow, ice, and fluctuating …

Jan 22, 2024 · Winter in Northern Michigan is marked by snow and cold temperatures–so it’s easy to forget that there are plenty of landscaping jobs being performed all year round! Here at …