7 Winter Gardening Mistakes to Avoid for Healthier Plants in Spring
7 Winter Gardening Mistakes That Could Damage Your Plants—and What to Do Instead
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Key Takeaways
Don't prune fruit trees too early and never trim spring-flowering shrubs in the winter.Avoid spreading fireplace ashes and minimize the use of deicing salt.If the ground isn't frozen, don't stop watering newly planted trees, shrubs, and perennials.
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