#winterprotection

[jillraggett]

Plant of the Day

Friday 7 April 2023

The leaves of this Gunnera manicata (giant rhubarb, Chilean rhubarb, prickly rhubarb) have been placed over the crown (growing tip) to protect it from cold winter temperatures. The covering is removed in spring as this large and robust herbaceous perennial begins to grow again.

Jill Raggett

[everchanginglandscape]

Did you protect your trees this winter? It is wise to take measures to protect your trees against the elements to ensure they will be healthy for years to come. It's a good idea to use Burlap because it's a heavy, coarse plain-woven material made from jute or hemp. It will guard against potentially harmful conditions such as harsh winds or snow. Burlap is effective at blocking the sunlight that can cause brown spots on your trees and damage to the bark. When early spring arrives, and when the snowfall risk is gone would be the best time to remove the Burlap. Contact the landscaping professionals at Ever Changing Landscape at [phone] to get your trees and garden prepared for winter.

[jillraggett]

Plant of the Day

Friday 1 January 2021

Happy New Year!

Here the Gunnera manicata (giant rhubarb, Chilean rhubarb, prickly rhubarb) plants have had the rhizomes protected from the winter cold by having the giant leaves cut and inverted over them and secured by the leaf stalks. The winter protection seems to give this plant a sculptural quality even though the giant herbaceous perennial is dormant. Please note in some countries this species is considered to be an invasive plant.

Jill Raggett

[jillraggett]

Plant of the Day

Wednesday 27 November 2019

In the Exotic Garden at Great Dixter, Sussex, UK, the Musa basjoo (Japanese banana) have their cosy, insulated, winter jackets on! This root-hardy evergreen perennial produces arching lance-shaped leaves up to 3m long, and sometimes spikes of cream flowers followed by inedible green fruits. The stems have been encased in hay (straw can be used) as winter protection to keep them as dry and frost-free as possible.

Jill Raggett

[jillraggett]

Plant of the Day

Sunday 3 December 2017

Preparing for winter the Musa basjoo (Japanese banana) receives its annual wrapping with straw and fern fronds as winter protection from below freezing temperatures. This suckering evergreen herbaceous perennial grows up to 5m tall, with arching leaves up to 3m long. Sometimes in summer a spikes of cream flowers will be followed by inedible green fruits! Here they are the summer stars of the Great Dixter exotic foliage garden.

Jill Raggett

[garagedoorinstallationwheelin1]

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[palshrishty]

Lightweight Pure Wool Ear Warmers for Men in Windy Weather

Windy days demand protection without bulk. These pure wool ear warmers for men block cold winds while staying light and breathable. Ideal for cycling, travel, or everyday winter use when hats feel too much.

[landscapeandgardeningtips]

Patio Maintenance: How to Protect Your Paving and Decking from Cold Weather Damage