How To Prepare Plants For Winter And Snow Cover

Question

We have 3-1 gallon plants, in their 2nd year. Last winter was cold (below zero at times) with a lot of snow. One bush almost died and all are still 1 gallon size. Is there anything we can do to protect them for an Iowa winter?

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Answer 1

You may want to cover them during the coldest snaps. These articles should help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/protecting-plants-winter.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/plant-covering-materials.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/protect-plants-in-freeze.htm